1999 Bentley Arnage vs. 1968 Cadillac Calais
To start off, 1999 Bentley Arnage is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Cadillac Calais. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Cadillac Calais would be higher. At 7,734 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Cadillac Calais is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Bentley Arnage (350 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1968 Cadillac Calais. (228 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 1968 Cadillac Calais. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 217 kg more than 1968 Cadillac Calais. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Cadillac Calais (711 Nm) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Bentley Arnage. (570 Nm). This means 1968 Cadillac Calais will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Bentley Arnage.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Bentley Arnage | 1968 Cadillac Calais | |
| Make | Bentley | Cadillac |
| Model | Arnage | Calais |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1968 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 7734 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 570 Nm | 711 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.1 mm | 109.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 103.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2322 kg | 2105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 5720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 3300 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 94 L | 82 L |
