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Bentley Arnage T 6.8i V8 Biturbo (507 Hp) Automatic
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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 1000 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 5.5 s). The top speed reaches 288 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.
6.8i V8 Biturbo (507 Hp) Automatic Verdict:
Performance Verdict
The pinnacle of Arnage T performance, this engine offers truly breathtaking acceleration and an endless reserve of power, making high-speed cruising feel utterly effortless.
Fuel Economy
While still a thirsty engine, it remarkably offers a slight improvement in fuel efficiency compared to its less powerful sibling, a testament to its refined tuning.
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(R: 2003 - 2005).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Bentley |
| Model: | Arnage |
| Generation: | T |
| Modification (Engine): | 6.8i V8 Biturbo (507 Hp) Automatic |
| Start of production: | 2006 |
| End of production: | 2009 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Sedan |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 4 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 507 Hp @ 4200 rpm. |
| Power per litre: | 75 Hp/l |
| Torque: | 1000 Nm @ 3200 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | L410MT22 [Same engine] More details about the engine L410MT22 |
| Engine displacement: | 6761 |
| Number of cylinders: | 8 |
| Engine configuration: | V-engine |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 2 |
| Fuel injection system: | Multi-port manifold injection |
| Engine aspiration: | BiTurbo, Intercooler |
| Valvetrain: | OHC |
| Engine oil capacity: | 9.4 l |
| Coolant: | 20 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Longitudinal |
| Cylinder Bore: | 104.14 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 99.06 mm mm |
| Compression ratio: | 7.8:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 28.8 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 14.1 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 19.5 l/100 km |
| Emission standard: | Euro 4 |
| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 5.5 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 5.5 sec |
| Maximum speed: | 288 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 5.1 kg/Hp, 196.1 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 2.6 kg/Nm, 386.8 Nm/tonne |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 5.2 sec |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 2585 |
| Max. weight: | 3065 |
| Max load: | 480 |
| Trunk (boot) space - maximum: | 374 l |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 96 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 5400 mm mm [240mm less] |
| Width: | 1900 mm mm [32mm less] |
| Height: | 1515 mm mm [Same height.] |
| Wheelbase: | 3116 mm mm [250mm less] |
| Width with mirrors folded: | 1932 mm |
| Width including mirrors: | 2125 mm |
| 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 | 6 |
| 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 |
| Tires size | 255/45 R19 |
| Wheel rims size | 8J x 19 |
| Front suspension | Double wishbone |
| Rear suspension | Double wishbone |
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