2008 Bentley Arnage vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, both 2008 Bentley Arnage and 2008 Mercedes-Benz S were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Bentley Arnage is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 405 kg more than 2008 Mercedes-Benz S.
Because 2008 Mercedes-Benz S is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Bentley Arnage. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz S will offer significantly more control. 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 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mercedes-Benz S. (830 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2008 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mercedes-Benz S.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Bentley Arnage | 2008 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Bentley | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Arnage | S |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 5513 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 875 Nm | 830 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.2 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 288 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.8 seconds | 4.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2585 kg | 2180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5410 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 3170 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 19.5 L/100km | 14.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 96 L | 90 L |
