2008 Bentley Arnage vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz S 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 159 more horse power than 2013 Mercedes-Benz S. (291 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 2013 Mercedes-Benz S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 565 kg more than 2013 Mercedes-Benz S. 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 Mercedes-Benz S. 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 490 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mercedes-Benz S. (385 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2008 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mercedes-Benz S.
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2008 Bentley Arnage | 2013 Mercedes-Benz S | |
Make | Bentley | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Arnage | S |
Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6761 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 6 valves |
Horse Power | 450 HP | 291 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 875 Nm | 385 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 104.2 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 11.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.6 seconds | 7.2 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2585 kg | 2020 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 5226 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2120 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1479 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3370 mm | 3165 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 15.7 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 26.1 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |