2008 Bentley Arnage vs. 2011 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Silverado 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 (500 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 2011 Chevrolet Silverado. (323 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 2011 Chevrolet Silverado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 1324 kg more than 2011 Chevrolet Silverado. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Chevrolet Silverado 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, 2011 Chevrolet Silverado 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 360 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Chevrolet Silverado. (515 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Chevrolet Silverado.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Bentley Arnage | 2011 Chevrolet Silverado | |
| Make | Bentley | Chevrolet |
| Model | Arnage | Silverado |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 5999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 323 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 875 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2585 kg | 1261 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5410 mm | 6580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 4250 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 19.5 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 96 L | 129 L |
