2008 Bentley Arnage vs. 2005 BMW 325
To start off, 2008 Bentley Arnage is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 325 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 269 more horse power than 2005 BMW 325. (181 HP @ 7400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 1135 kg more than 2005 BMW 325. 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) has 638 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 325. (237 Nm). This means 2008 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Bentley Arnage | 2005 BMW 325 | |
Make | Bentley | BMW |
Model | Arnage | 325 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6750 cc | 2494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 450 HP | 181 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 7400 RPM |
Torque | 875 Nm | 237 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 104.3 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2585 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 15.7 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 23.5 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 19.5 L/100km | 10.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 96 L | 63 L |