2004 Bentley Arnage vs. 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass
To start off, 2004 Bentley Arnage is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass would be higher. At 7,462 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Bentley Arnage (450 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (248 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 785 kg more than 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass. 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, 2004 Bentley Arnage (876 Nm) has 374 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (502 Nm). This means 2004 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Bentley Arnage | 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass | |
| Make | Bentley | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Arnage | Cutlass |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6752 cc | 7462 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 248 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 876 Nm | 502 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2585 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5410 mm | 5270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2850 mm |
