2008 Bentley Arnage vs. 2013 BMW 6 series
To start off, 2013 BMW 6 series is newer by 5 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 139 more horse power than 2013 BMW 6 series. (311 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 2013 BMW 6 series. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 770 kg more than 2013 BMW 6 series. 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 2013 BMW 6 series. 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 428 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 BMW 6 series. (447 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 BMW 6 series.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Bentley Arnage | 2013 BMW 6 series | |
| Make | Bentley | BMW |
| Model | Arnage | 6 series |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6761 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 875 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.2 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 10.2 :1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.6 seconds | 5.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2585 kg | 1815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4897 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1369 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3370 mm | 2856 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 96 L | 70 L |
