2008 Bentley Arnage vs. 1998 Lexus GS
To start off, 2008 Bentley Arnage is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Lexus GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Lexus GS would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Bentley Arnage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Bentley Arnage (450 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 239 more horse power than 1998 Lexus GS. (211 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 1998 Lexus GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 923 kg more than 1998 Lexus GS. 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 574 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Lexus GS. (301 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Lexus GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Bentley Arnage | 1998 Lexus GS | |
| Make | Bentley | Lexus |
| Model | Arnage | GS |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 211 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 875 Nm | 301 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.3 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2585 kg | 1662 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 19.5 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 96 L | 75 L |
