2008 Bentley Arnage vs. 1968 Oldsmobile Toronado

To start off, 2008 Bentley Arnage is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Oldsmobile Toronado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Oldsmobile Toronado would be higher. At 6,967 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Oldsmobile Toronado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Bentley Arnage (500 HP) has 115 more horse power than 1968 Oldsmobile Toronado. (385 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 1968 Oldsmobile Toronado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 467 kg more than 1968 Oldsmobile Toronado. 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) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Oldsmobile Toronado. (645 Nm). This means 2008 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Oldsmobile Toronado.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Bentley Arnage 1968 Oldsmobile Toronado
Make Bentley Oldsmobile
Model Arnage Toronado
Year Released 2008 1968
Body Type Sedan Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 6750 cc 6967 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 500 HP 385 HP
Torque 875 Nm 645 Nm
Engine Bore Size 104.2 mm 104.8 mm
Engine Stroke Size 99.1 mm 101 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 2585 kg 2118 kg
Vehicle Length 5410 mm 5370 mm
Vehicle Width 1910 mm 2010 mm
Vehicle Height 1520 mm 1380 mm
Wheelbase Size 3120 mm 3030 mm


 

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