2009 Bentley Arnage vs. 2013 Mini Coupe
To start off, 2013 Mini Coupe is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Bentley Arnage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Bentley Arnage 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 242 more horse power than 2013 Mini Coupe. (208 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 2013 Mini Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 1345 kg more than 2013 Mini Coupe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Bentley Arnage is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Bentley Arnage. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Mini Coupe, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 615 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mini Coupe. (260 Nm @ 5600 RPM). This means 2009 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mini Coupe. 2009 Bentley Arnage has automatic transmission and 2013 Mini Coupe has manual transmission. 2013 Mini Coupe 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 | 2013 Mini Coupe | |
| Make | Bentley | Mini |
| Model | Arnage | Coupe |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 875 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.2 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 85 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2585 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 3758 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1892 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1385 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2467 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 15.7 L/100km | 5.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 23.5 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 96 L | 50 L |
