1957 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2013 Bentley Continental
To start off, 2013 Bentley Continental is newer by 56 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2013 Bentley Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Bentley Continental (552 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 227 more horse power than 1957 Cadillac Eldorado. (325 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 1957 Cadillac Eldorado.
Because 2013 Bentley Continental is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Cadillac Eldorado. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Bentley Continental will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Bentley Continental (649 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Cadillac Eldorado. (543 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2013 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Cadillac Eldorado.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Cadillac Eldorado | 2013 Bentley Continental | |
| Make | Cadillac | Bentley |
| Model | Eldorado | Continental |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5973 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 552 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 543 Nm | 649 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.1 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5500 mm | 5290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 2118 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1475 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 3065 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 90 L |
