2009 Bentley Arnage vs. 2002 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2009 Bentley Arnage is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Ford Falcon 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 229 more horse power than 2002 Ford Falcon. (221 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 1070 kg more than 2002 Ford Falcon. 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 518 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford Falcon. (357 Nm @ 3150 RPM). This means 2009 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford Falcon. 2009 Bentley Arnage has automatic transmission and 2002 Ford Falcon has manual transmission. 2002 Ford Falcon 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 | 2002 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | Bentley | Ford |
| Model | Arnage | Falcon |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 3984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 221 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 875 Nm | 357 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3150 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.2 mm | 92.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 99.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| 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 | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 96 L | 59 L |
