2009 Bentley Arnage vs. 2008 BMW 330
To start off, 2009 Bentley Arnage is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 BMW 330 would be higher. At 6,760 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Bentley Arnage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Bentley Arnage (493 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 239 more horse power than 2008 BMW 330. (254 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 330.
Because 2008 BMW 330 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Bentley Arnage. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 BMW 330 will offer significantly more control. 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 (738 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 438 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 330. (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Bentley Arnage | 2008 BMW 330 | |
| Make | Bentley | BMW |
| Model | Arnage | 330 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6760 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 254 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 738 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.2 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 288 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5410 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2130 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 63 L |
