2000 Bentley Arnage vs. 1954 Oldsmobile 98
To start off, 2000 Bentley Arnage is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Oldsmobile 98. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Oldsmobile 98 would be higher. At 5,320 cc (8 cylinders), 1954 Oldsmobile 98 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Bentley Arnage (350 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1954 Oldsmobile 98. (182 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 1954 Oldsmobile 98. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 582 kg more than 1954 Oldsmobile 98. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2000 Bentley Arnage (570 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Oldsmobile 98. (407 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2000 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Oldsmobile 98.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Bentley Arnage | 1954 Oldsmobile 98 | |
Make | Bentley | Oldsmobile |
Model | Arnage | 98 |
Year Released | 2000 | 1954 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 5320 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 570 Nm | 407 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2322 kg | 1740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 5400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2130 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 3210 mm |