1959 Cadillac 62 vs. 2010 Bentley Continental Flying Spur
To start off, 2010 Bentley Continental Flying Spur is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Cadillac 62. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Cadillac 62 would be higher. At 6,381 cc (8 cylinders), 1959 Cadillac 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Bentley Continental Flying Spur (552 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 227 more horse power than 1959 Cadillac 62. (325 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Bentley Continental Flying Spur should accelerate faster than 1959 Cadillac 62. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Bentley Continental Flying Spur weights approximately 222 kg more than 1959 Cadillac 62. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Bentley Continental Flying Spur is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Cadillac 62. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Bentley Continental Flying Spur 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, 2010 Bentley Continental Flying Spur (650 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Cadillac 62. (583 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Bentley Continental Flying Spur will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Cadillac 62.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Cadillac 62 | 2010 Bentley Continental Flying Spur | |
Make | Cadillac | Bentley |
Model | 62 | Continental Flying Spur |
Year Released | 1959 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6381 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 | 583 Nm | 650 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2218 kg | 2440 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 5291 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1976 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1476 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 3066 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 90 L |