2009 Bentley Arnage vs. 2001 BMW Compact
To start off, 2009 Bentley Arnage is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 BMW Compact. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 BMW Compact would be higher. At 6,749 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Bentley Arnage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Bentley Arnage (450 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 257 more horse power than 2001 BMW Compact. (193 HP @ 7400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 2001 BMW Compact. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 1075 kg more than 2001 BMW Compact. 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) has 638 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 BMW Compact. (237 Nm). This means 2009 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 BMW Compact. 2009 Bentley Arnage has automatic transmission and 2001 BMW Compact has manual transmission. 2001 BMW Compact 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 | 2001 BMW Compact | |
| Make | Bentley | BMW |
| Model | Arnage | Compact |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6749 cc | 2501 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 193 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 875 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2655 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3370 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 96 L | 63 L |
