2004 Bentley Continental vs. 1970 Oldsmobile 442 Indy Pace Car
To start off, 2004 Bentley Continental is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Oldsmobile 442 Indy Pace Car. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Oldsmobile 442 Indy Pace Car would be higher. At 7,467 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Oldsmobile 442 Indy Pace Car is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Bentley Continental (421 HP) has 56 more horse power than 1970 Oldsmobile 442 Indy Pace Car. (365 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 1970 Oldsmobile 442 Indy Pace Car.
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 Continental (875 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Oldsmobile 442 Indy Pace Car. (679 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2004 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Oldsmobile 442 Indy Pace Car.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Bentley Continental | 1970 Oldsmobile 442 Indy Pace Car | |
| Make | Bentley | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Continental | 442 Indy Pace Car |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 7467 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 421 HP | 365 HP |
| Torque | 875 Nm | 679 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
