2008 Bentley Arnage vs. 2000 Caterham 7
To start off, 2008 Bentley Arnage is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Caterham 7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Caterham 7 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 330 more horse power than 2000 Caterham 7. (170 HP @ 10750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 2000 Caterham 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 2145 kg more than 2000 Caterham 7. 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 750 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Caterham 7. (125 Nm @ 8250 RPM). This means 2008 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Caterham 7. 2008 Bentley Arnage has automatic transmission and 2000 Caterham 7 has manual transmission. 2000 Caterham 7 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 | 2000 Caterham 7 | |
Make | Bentley | Caterham |
Model | Arnage | 7 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6750 cc | 1137 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 10750 RPM |
Torque | 875 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 8250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 104.2 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 58 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 11.0:1 |
Top Speed | 288 km/hour | 212 km/hour |
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 | 440 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5410 mm | 3110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1010 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2260 mm |