2009 Bentley Arnage vs. 1995 BMW M5
To start off, 2009 Bentley Arnage is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 BMW M5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 BMW M5 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 115 more horse power than 1995 BMW M5. (335 HP @ 6900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 1995 BMW M5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 860 kg more than 1995 BMW M5. 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 475 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 BMW M5. (400 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2009 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 BMW M5. 2009 Bentley Arnage has automatic transmission and 1995 BMW M5 has manual transmission. 1995 BMW M5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Bentley Arnage will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Bentley Arnage | 1995 BMW M5 | |
Make | Bentley | BMW |
Model | Arnage | M5 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1995 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6750 cc | 3794 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 450 HP | 335 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6900 RPM |
Torque | 875 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 104.2 mm | 94.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 270 km/hour | 251 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2585 kg | 1725 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 96 L | 90 L |