2008 Bentley Arnage vs. 2007 BMW Convertible
To start off, 2008 Bentley Arnage is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW Convertible. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW Convertible 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 137 more horse power than 2007 BMW Convertible. (363 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW Convertible. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 735 kg more than 2007 BMW Convertible. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Bentley Arnage (875 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 385 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW Convertible. (490 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW Convertible. 2008 Bentley Arnage has automatic transmission and 2007 BMW Convertible has manual transmission. 2007 BMW Convertible 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 | 2007 BMW Convertible | |
| Make | Bentley | BMW |
| Model | Arnage | Convertible |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 4799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 363 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 875 Nm | 490 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 288 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.8 seconds | 5.7 seconds |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2585 kg | 1850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5410 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1380 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 96 L | 70 L |
