From the Rolls-Royce experimental archive: a quarter of a million communications from Rolls-Royce, 1906 to 1960's. Documents from the Sir Henry Royce Memorial Foundation (SHRMF).
Weight comparison and summary between Bentley, S.S., and Oldsmobile vehicles.
| Identifier | ExFiles\Box 126\1\ scan0099 | |
| Date | 15th June 1938 | |
| -3- 15th. June 1938. Body weight complete with Seats, Wings, etc. Bentley 1083 lbs. S.S. 1082 lbs. Oldsmobile 1239 lbs. The extra weight of the Oldsmobile body is accounted for by the fact that a pressed steel body of greater capacity is used. Total car weight with Petrol, Oil and Water. Bentley 3753 lbs. S.S. 3640 lbs. Oldsmobile 3393 lbs. SUMMARY. The foregoing weights are a comparison between an average American product, and two British cars in the 25-30 h.p. class. It will be seen that although the Oldsmobile body is about 150 lbs. heavier than those of the Bentley and S.S., the total car weight is about 300 lbs. lighter. This can largely be accounted for in the following ways:- Heavier than Olds. Bentley. S.S. (a) The frame is considerably lighter since the body has been used to strengthen it -10 +110 (b) Chassis electrical +71 + 48 (c) Wheels and Tyres. +28 + 20 (d) Exhaust System +34 + 44 (e) Brakes complete with Front Hubs. +82 + 50 (f) Gearbox +27 +26 (g) Fuel System +50 + 14 (h) Steering +16 + 16 (i) Final Assembly parts, i.e. Tools, spare wheel +58 + 44 (j) One spot lubrication +19 | ||