2008 Bentley Arnage vs. 2007 Volvo S80
To start off, 2008 Bentley Arnage is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Volvo S80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Volvo S80 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 232 more horse power than 2007 Volvo S80. (268 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 2007 Volvo S80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 906 kg more than 2007 Volvo S80. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Bentley Arnage is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2008 Bentley Arnage. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Volvo S80, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 495 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volvo S80. (380 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2008 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volvo S80.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Bentley Arnage | 2007 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Bentley | Volvo |
| Model | Arnage | S80 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 2922 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 875 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.2 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 288 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.8 seconds | 7.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2585 kg | 1679 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5410 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 19.5 L/100km | 11.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 96 L | 80 L |
