2008 Audi S5 vs. 1999 Bentley Arnage
To start off, 2008 Audi S5 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Bentley Arnage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Bentley Arnage would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Bentley Arnage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi S5 (354 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1999 Bentley Arnage. (350 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi S5 should accelerate faster than 1999 Bentley Arnage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 552 kg more than 2008 Audi S5.
Because 2008 Audi S5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Bentley Arnage. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Audi S5 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, 1999 Bentley Arnage (570 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi S5. (441 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi S5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi S5 | 1999 Bentley Arnage | |
| Make | Audi | Bentley |
| Model | S5 | Arnage |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 4398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 354 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 570 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 92.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 2322 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 5400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3070 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 20.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 94 L |
