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Bentley Arnage T 6.75 i V8 Biturbo (457 Hp)
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Bentley Arnage:
The Bentley Arnage is a full-size luxury car manufactured by Bentley Motors in Crewe, England, from 1998 to 2009. The Arnage and its Rolls-Royce-branded sibling, the Silver Seraph, were introduced in the spring of 1998. They were the first entirely new designs for the two marques since 1980.
In September 2008, Bentley announced that production of the model would end during 2009. A replacement model, the Bentley Mulsanne was launched in August 2009 at the Pebble Beach Concours d'Elegance.
Following an uplift in sales for all of Rolls-Royce, and a resurgence of the Bentley marque, the then-owner, Vickers, set about developing a new model to replace the derivatives of the Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit/Bentley Mulsanne which it had been selling since 1980. In a complete switch from tradition, these new cars would have engines provided by a third-party vendor, and bodies built at the Crewe factory....(Read more on Wikipedia)
T Overview:
Bentley Arnage (T). With 875 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. At around 2585 kg, it’s on the heavier side. Rear‑wheel drive offers dynamic handling and sporty feedback. Acceleration is excellent (0–100 km/h in 5.8 s). The top speed reaches 270 km/h. A four-door car with a separate trunk, ideal for families and daily commuting. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
The Bentley Arnage T generation was not subjected to Euro NCAP crash testing, which is common for ultra-luxury vehicles of its era. Safety relied on robust construction and comprehensive passive safety features inherent in its design.
6.75 i V8 Biturbo (457 Hp) Verdict:
Performance Verdict
Delivers immense power and torque, providing effortless acceleration for a vehicle of its stature, ensuring a commanding presence on any road.
Fuel Economy
As expected for a large, high-performance luxury sedan, fuel consumption is notably high, reflecting its powerful V8 engine and substantial weight.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Unrivaled luxury and craftsmanship
- • Effortless V8 Biturbo performance
- • Exceptional ride comfort and refinement
- • Timeless, commanding design
- • Exclusivity and prestige
Cons:
- • Very high fuel consumption
- • Significant maintenance and running costs
- • Large dimensions can be challenging in urban environments
- • Limited modern tech features compared to newer cars
- • Complex systems can lead to expensive repairs
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(I: 1999 - 2002).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Bentley |
| Model: | Arnage |
| Generation: | T |
| Modification (Engine): | 6.75 i V8 Biturbo (457 Hp) |
| Start of production: | 2002 |
| End of production: | 2005 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Sedan |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 4 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 457 Hp @ 4100 rpm. Same horsepower |
| Power per litre: | 67.7 Hp/l [10mm more] |
| Torque: | 875 Nm @ 3250 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | L410MT22 More details about the engine L410MT22 |
| Engine displacement: | 6750 |
| Number of cylinders: | 8 |
| Engine configuration: | V-engine |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 2 |
| Fuel injection system: | Multi-port manifold injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Turbocharger, Intercooler |
| Valvetrain: | OHC |
| Engine oil capacity: | 9.4 l |
| Coolant: | 20 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Longitudinal |
| Cylinder Bore: | 104.1 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 99.01 mm mm |
| Compression ratio: | 7.8:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 30.7 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 14.8 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 20.6 l/100 km |
| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 5.8 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 5.8 sec |
| Maximum speed: | 270 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 5.7 kg/Hp, 176.8 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 3 kg/Nm, 338.5 Nm/tonne |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 5.5 sec |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 2585 |
| Max. weight: | 2970 |
| Max load: | 385 |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 375 l |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 100 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 5400 mm mm [10mm more] |
| Width: | 1932 mm mm [2mm more] |
| Height: | 1515 mm mm [Same height.] |
| Wheelbase: | 3116 mm mm [Same wheelbase.] |
| Front track: | 1602 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1602 mm |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the rear wheels of the vehicle. |
| Drive wheel | Rear wheel drive |
| Number of gears | 4 |
| Transmission type | Automatic |
| Front brakes | Ventilated discs [Best for performance and cooling.] |
| Rear brakes | Ventilated discs [Best for performance and cooling.] |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
| Power steering | Hydraulic Steering |
| Tires size | 255/50 R18 |
| Front suspension | Double wishbone |
| Rear suspension | Double wishbone |
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