2009 Bentley Arnage vs. 2007 BMW 320
To start off, 2009 Bentley Arnage is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW 320. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 320 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 302 more horse power than 2007 BMW 320. (148 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 1260 kg more than 2007 BMW 320. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Bentley Arnage (875 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 675 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 320. (200 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 320. 2009 Bentley Arnage has automatic transmission and 2007 BMW 320 has manual transmission. 2007 BMW 320 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.
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2009 Bentley Arnage | 2007 BMW 320 | |
Make | Bentley | BMW |
Model | Arnage | 320 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6749 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 450 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 875 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 104.2 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 270 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6 seconds | 9 seconds |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2655 kg | 1395 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3370 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 19.5 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 96 L | 60 L |