2008 Alfa Romeo Brera vs. 2008 Bentley Arnage
To start off, both 2008 Alfa Romeo Brera and 2008 Bentley Arnage were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Bentley Arnage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Bentley Arnage (500 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 243 more horse power than 2008 Alfa Romeo Brera. (257 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 2008 Alfa Romeo Brera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 880 kg more than 2008 Alfa Romeo Brera. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Alfa Romeo Brera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Bentley Arnage. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Alfa Romeo Brera will offer significantly more control. 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, 2008 Bentley Arnage (875 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 553 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Alfa Romeo Brera. (322 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Alfa Romeo Brera. 2008 Bentley Arnage has automatic transmission and 2008 Alfa Romeo Brera has manual transmission. 2008 Alfa Romeo Brera will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Bentley Arnage will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Alfa Romeo Brera | 2008 Bentley Arnage | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Bentley |
Model | Brera | Arnage |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3195 cc | 6750 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 257 HP | 500 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Torque | 322 Nm | 875 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 7.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 240 km/hour | 288 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.8 seconds | 5.8 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 2585 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 5410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 3120 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.5 L/100km | 19.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 96 L |