2008 Bentley Arnage vs. 1998 Chrysler Viper
To start off, 2008 Bentley Arnage is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Chrysler Viper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Chrysler Viper would be higher. At 7,986 cc (10 cylinders), 1998 Chrysler Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Bentley Arnage (500 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1998 Chrysler Viper. (389 HP @ 5150 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 1998 Chrysler Viper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 995 kg more than 1998 Chrysler Viper. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 254 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Chrysler Viper. (621 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Chrysler Viper. 2008 Bentley Arnage has automatic transmission and 1998 Chrysler Viper has manual transmission. 1998 Chrysler Viper 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Bentley Arnage | 1998 Chrysler Viper | |
| Make | Bentley | Chrysler |
| Model | Arnage | Viper |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 7986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 389 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5150 RPM |
| Torque | 875 Nm | 621 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2585 kg | 1590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5410 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2450 mm |
