1999 Bentley Arnage vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz GL
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz GL is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Bentley Arnage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Bentley Arnage would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Bentley Arnage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Bentley Arnage (400 HP) has 65 more horse power than 2011 Mercedes-Benz GL. (335 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 2011 Mercedes-Benz GL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 95 kg more than 2011 Mercedes-Benz GL. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Mercedes-Benz GL is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Bentley Arnage. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz GL 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, 1999 Bentley Arnage (835 Nm) has 376 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mercedes-Benz GL. (459 Nm). This means 1999 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mercedes-Benz GL.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Bentley Arnage | 2011 Mercedes-Benz GL | |
| Make | Bentley | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Arnage | GL |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 4700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 335 HP |
| Torque | 835 Nm | 459 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2520 kg | 2425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 5098 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1989 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1839 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 3076 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 100 L |
