2008 Bentley Arnage vs. 2012 Aston Martin DB9
To start off, 2012 Aston Martin DB9 is newer by 4 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 6,761 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Bentley Arnage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Aston Martin DB9 (470 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2008 Bentley Arnage. (450 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 2008 Bentley Arnage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 785 kg more than 2012 Aston Martin DB9.
Because 2008 Bentley Arnage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Aston Martin DB9. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Bentley Arnage 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 @ 1800 RPM) has 275 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Aston Martin DB9. (600 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2008 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Aston Martin DB9.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Bentley Arnage | 2012 Aston Martin DB9 | |
Make | Bentley | Aston Martin |
Model | Arnage | DB9 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6761 cc | 5900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 450 HP | 470 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 875 Nm | 600 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2585 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4709 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1875 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3370 mm | 2746 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 15.7 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 26.1 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 96 L | 80 L |