2009 Bentley Arnage vs. 2007 BMW 335
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 335. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 335 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 150 more horse power than 2007 BMW 335. (300 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 335. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 1100 kg more than 2007 BMW 335. 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 468 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 335. (407 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2009 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 335. 2009 Bentley Arnage has automatic transmission and 2007 BMW 335 has manual transmission. 2007 BMW 335 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 | 2007 BMW 335 | |
| Make | Bentley | BMW |
| Model | Arnage | 335 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 875 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.2 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 89.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2585 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 15.7 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 23.5 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 96 L | 61 L |
