2007 Bentley Arnage vs. 2013 Chevrolet Impala
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Impala is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Bentley Arnage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Bentley Arnage would be higher. At 6,761 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Bentley Arnage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Bentley Arnage (451 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 2013 Chevrolet Impala. (296 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 2013 Chevrolet Impala. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 956 kg more than 2013 Chevrolet Impala. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Bentley Arnage is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Bentley Arnage. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Impala, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2007 Bentley Arnage (875 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 520 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Chevrolet Impala. (355 Nm @ 5300 RPM). This means 2007 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Chevrolet Impala.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Bentley Arnage | 2013 Chevrolet Impala | |
| Make | Bentley | Chevrolet |
| Model | Arnage | Impala |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6761 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 451 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 875 Nm | 355 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.1 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 85 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2585 kg | 1629 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1851 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1491 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2807 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 14.7 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 21.4 L/100km | 11.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 96 L | 64 L |
