2008 Bentley Arnage vs. 1999 Mercedes-Benz SLK

To start off, 2008 Bentley Arnage is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Mercedes-Benz SLK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Mercedes-Benz SLK 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 339 more horse power than 1999 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (161 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 1999 Mercedes-Benz SLK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 1295 kg more than 1999 Mercedes-Benz SLK. 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 641 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (234 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mercedes-Benz SLK.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Bentley Arnage 1999 Mercedes-Benz SLK
Make Bentley Mercedes-Benz
Model Arnage SLK
Year Released 2008 1999
Body Type Sedan Convertible
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 6750 cc 1998 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 500 HP 161 HP
Engine RPM 4100 RPM 5300 RPM
Torque 875 Nm 234 Nm
Torque RPM 3250 RPM 2500 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 7.8:1 9.5:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 2585 kg 1290 kg
Vehicle Length 5410 mm 4000 mm
Vehicle Width 1910 mm 1720 mm
Vehicle Height 1520 mm 1280 mm
Wheelbase Size 3120 mm 2410 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 96 L 70 L


 

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