2004 Bentley Arnage vs. 1996 Oldsmobile SS
To start off, 2004 Bentley Arnage is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Oldsmobile SS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Oldsmobile SS would be higher. At 6,752 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Bentley Arnage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Bentley Arnage (450 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 212 more horse power than 1996 Oldsmobile SS. (238 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 1996 Oldsmobile SS.
Because 2004 Bentley Arnage is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2004 Bentley Arnage. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Oldsmobile SS, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 496 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Oldsmobile SS. (380 Nm). This means 2004 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Oldsmobile SS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Bentley Arnage | 1996 Oldsmobile SS | |
| Make | Bentley | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Arnage | SS |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6752 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 876 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 104 mm | 96.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5410 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 68 L |
