2008 Bentley Arnage vs. 2012 Lincoln MKS
To start off, 2012 Lincoln MKS 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 177 more horse power than 2012 Lincoln MKS. (273 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 2012 Lincoln MKS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 702 kg more than 2012 Lincoln MKS. 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 Lincoln MKS. 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 509 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Lincoln MKS. (366 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2008 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Lincoln MKS.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Bentley Arnage | 2012 Lincoln MKS | |
Make | Bentley | Lincoln |
Model | Arnage | MKS |
Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6761 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 450 HP | 273 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 875 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2585 kg | 1883 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 5184 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1928 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1565 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3370 mm | 2868 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 15.7 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 26.1 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 96 L | 72 L |