2008 Bentley Arnage vs. 2009 Porsche 911
To start off, 2009 Porsche 911 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Bentley Arnage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Bentley Arnage 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 184 more horse power than 2009 Porsche 911. (316 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 2009 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 1055 kg more than 2009 Porsche 911. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Porsche 911 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, 2009 Porsche 911 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 504 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Porsche 911. (371 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2008 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Bentley Arnage | 2009 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Bentley | Porsche |
| Model | Arnage | 911 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 3596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 316 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 875 Nm | 371 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.2 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 288 km/hour | 280 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.8 seconds | 5.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2585 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5410 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1310 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 19.5 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 96 L | 64 L |
