2009 Bentley Arnage vs. 1992 BMW 545
To start off, 2009 Bentley Arnage is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 BMW 545. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 BMW 545 would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Bentley Arnage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Bentley Arnage (450 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1992 BMW 545. (282 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 1992 BMW 545. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 935 kg more than 1992 BMW 545. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2009 Bentley Arnage (875 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 455 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 BMW 545. (420 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2009 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 BMW 545.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Bentley Arnage | 1992 BMW 545 | |
| Make | Bentley | BMW |
| Model | Arnage | 545 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 4398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 875 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2585 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1400 mm |
