1961 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2013 Bentley Continental
To start off, 2013 Bentley Continental is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 6,390 cc (8 cylinders), 1961 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Bentley Continental (552 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 355 more horse power than 1961 Cadillac Eldorado. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 1961 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Bentley Continental weights approximately 310 kg more than 1961 Cadillac Eldorado. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Bentley Continental is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 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 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Cadillac Eldorado. (583 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2013 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Cadillac Eldorado.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Cadillac Eldorado | 2013 Bentley Continental | |
Make | Cadillac | Bentley |
Model | Eldorado | Continental |
Year Released | 1961 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6390 cc | 5998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | W |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 552 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 583 Nm | 649 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 98.4 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | FlexFuel |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2130 kg | 2440 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5660 mm | 5290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2118 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1475 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 3065 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 90 L |