2009 Bentley Arnage vs. 2008 BMW X3
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 X3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 BMW X3 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 233 more horse power than 2008 BMW X3. (260 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW X3.
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 (738 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 423 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW X3. (315 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2009 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW X3.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Bentley Arnage | 2008 BMW X3 | |
Make | Bentley | BMW |
Model | Arnage | X3 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
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 | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 738 Nm | 315 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2750 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 |
Top Speed | 288 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5410 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2130 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 67 L |