2009 Bentley Arnage vs. 2000 Bentley Arnage
To start off, 2009 Bentley Arnage is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Bentley Arnage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Bentley Arnage would be higher. At 6,748 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Bentley Arnage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Bentley Arnage (500 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 2000 Bentley Arnage. (350 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 2000 Bentley Arnage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 263 kg more than 2000 Bentley Arnage. 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 305 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Bentley Arnage. (570 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Bentley Arnage. 2009 Bentley Arnage has automatic transmission and 2000 Bentley Arnage has manual transmission. 2000 Bentley Arnage 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Bentley Arnage | 2000 Bentley Arnage | |
| Make | Bentley | Bentley |
| Model | Arnage | Arnage |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6748 cc | 4398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 875 Nm | 570 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.2 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 288 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.5 seconds | 6.8 seconds |
| 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 | 2322 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5410 mm | 5650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2130 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 3070 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 19.5 L/100km | 20.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 96 L | 94 L |
