2009 Bentley Arnage vs. 2004 BMW 116
To start off, 2009 Bentley Arnage is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 BMW 116. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 BMW 116 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 335 more horse power than 2004 BMW 116. (115 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 116. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 1305 kg more than 2004 BMW 116. 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 722 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 116. (153 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2009 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 116. 2009 Bentley Arnage has automatic transmission and 2004 BMW 116 has manual transmission. 2004 BMW 116 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 | 2004 BMW 116 | |
| Make | Bentley | BMW |
| Model | Arnage | 116 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 875 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.2 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 72 mm |
| 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 | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2585 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 96 L | 70 L |
