2008 Bentley Arnage vs. 2011 BMW X3
To start off, 2011 BMW X3 is newer by 3 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 (450 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 268 more horse power than 2011 BMW X3. (182 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW X3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 795 kg more than 2011 BMW X3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 BMW X3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Bentley Arnage. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 BMW X3 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 495 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW X3. (380 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2008 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW X3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Bentley Arnage | 2011 BMW X3 | |
| Make | Bentley | BMW |
| Model | Arnage | X3 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 875 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.3 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.8 seconds | 8.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2585 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 4648 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1881 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1675 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 15.7 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 23.5 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 19.5 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 96 L | 67 L |
