2008 Bentley Arnage vs. 2012 BMW 123
To start off, 2012 BMW 123 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, 2008 Bentley Arnage (450 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 248 more horse power than 2012 BMW 123. (202 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 123. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 1100 kg more than 2012 BMW 123. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Bentley Arnage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 BMW 123. 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 475 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW 123. (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW 123.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Bentley Arnage | 2012 BMW 123 | |
Make | Bentley | BMW |
Model | Arnage | 123 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6761 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 450 HP | 202 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 875 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.6 seconds | 6.9 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2585 kg | 1485 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4239 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1748 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1421 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3370 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 15.7 L/100km | 4.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 26.1 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 21.4 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 96 L | 51 L |