2009 Bentley Arnage vs. 1999 Mercedes-Benz SLK
To start off, 2009 Bentley Arnage is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Mercedes-Benz SLK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Mercedes-Benz SLK would be higher. At 6,760 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Bentley Arnage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Bentley Arnage (493 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 332 more horse power than 1999 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (161 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 1999 Mercedes-Benz SLK.
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 (738 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 504 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (234 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mercedes-Benz SLK.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Bentley Arnage | 1999 Mercedes-Benz SLK | |
Make | Bentley | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Arnage | SLK |
Year Released | 2009 | 1999 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6760 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 493 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 738 Nm | 234 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5410 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2130 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 70 L |