2008 Bentley Arnage vs. 2003 BMW 530
To start off, 2008 Bentley Arnage is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 BMW 530. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 BMW 530 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 285 more horse power than 2003 BMW 530. (215 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 2003 BMW 530. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 900 kg more than 2003 BMW 530. 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 374 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 BMW 530. (501 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 BMW 530.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Bentley Arnage | 2003 BMW 530 | |
Make | Bentley | BMW |
Model | Arnage | 530 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2003 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6750 cc | 2926 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 875 Nm | 501 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 104.2 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 90 mm |
Top Speed | 288 km/hour | 243 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.8 seconds | 7.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2585 kg | 1685 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5410 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 15.7 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 23.5 L/100km | 9.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 19.5 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 96 L | 70 L |