2008 Bentley Arnage vs. 1968 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 2008 Bentley Arnage is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Mercedes-Benz SL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mercedes-Benz SL would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Bentley Arnage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Bentley Arnage (450 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 300 more horse power than 1968 Mercedes-Benz SL. (150 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 1968 Mercedes-Benz SL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 1225 kg more than 1968 Mercedes-Benz SL. 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, 2008 Bentley Arnage (875 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 659 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mercedes-Benz SL. (216 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mercedes-Benz SL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Bentley Arnage | 1968 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
| Make | Bentley | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Arnage | SL |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1968 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 2495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 875 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.3 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 78.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2585 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 96 L | 65 L |
