A quick scan of the specifications shows an extremely sophisticated suspension system, incorporating a front subframe made up of pressed steel and cast aluminum with an integrated steering rack mounting. The componentry included a double wishbone setup with lower wishbone compliance hydrabush, also up front, plus a pressed steel subframe supporting rubber isolated upper and lower wishbones in the rear.
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| Any smaller and the standard 8 by 18-inch 5-spoke aluminum alloy rims would have looked out of place considering the overall size of the Arnage T. An optional set of 19-inch wheels are shown. (Photo: Trevor Hofmann, Canadian Auto Press) |
The wheels and tires need to be large in diameter to not be overshadowed by the large car. The standard package includes 8 by 18-inch 5-spoke aluminum alloy rims shod with 255/50 R18 performance tires, while especially bold 8 by 19-inch wheels are optional, featuring 255/45 R19 rubber.
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| After the ride-along with Derek came the opportunity to go one-on-one with the big beautiful Bentley. (Photo: Trevor Hofmann, Canadian Auto Press) |
Safety goodies such as a traction control system (ASR), engine drag torque control (MSR) and electronic stability program (ESP), manage overzealous throttle oversteer on the fly - or more precisely protecting those going into a corner too fast without the knowledge of what to do to get out of it alive - all in an almost completely unnoticeable process, as it should be.
After a thrilling display of car control, Derek eventually left my side to expose the Bentley's talents to some other unwary journalist. I have to admit to feeling less intimidated alone, with just me, myself and the car to laugh at my now obvious lack of grace.
