1959 Cadillac 62 vs. 2011 Bentley Continental GTC
To start off, 2011 Bentley Continental GTC is newer by 52 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, 2011 Bentley Continental GTC (600 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 275 more horse power than 1959 Cadillac 62. (325 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Bentley Continental GTC should accelerate faster than 1959 Cadillac 62. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Bentley Continental GTC weights approximately 349 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 2011 Bentley Continental GTC 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, 2011 Bentley Continental GTC 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, 2011 Bentley Continental GTC (750 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Cadillac 62. (583 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Bentley Continental GTC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Cadillac 62.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Cadillac 62 | 2011 Bentley Continental GTC | |
| Make | Cadillac | Bentley |
| Model | 62 | Continental GTC |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6381 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 600 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 583 Nm | 750 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2218 kg | 2567 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4803 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1928 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1389 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2746 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 90 L |
