2008 Bentley Arnage vs. 1999 Buick Cielo
To start off, 2008 Bentley Arnage is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Buick Cielo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Buick Cielo 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 (500 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 262 more horse power than 1999 Buick Cielo. (238 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 1999 Buick Cielo.
Because 2008 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 2008 Bentley Arnage. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Buick Cielo, 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, 2008 Bentley Arnage (875 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 502 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Buick Cielo. (373 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Buick Cielo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Bentley Arnage | 1999 Buick Cielo | |
| Make | Bentley | Buick |
| Model | Arnage | Cielo |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 875 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5410 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1310 mm |
