1962 Cadillac Sixty vs. 2012 Bentley Continental Flying Spur
To start off, 2012 Bentley Continental Flying Spur is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Cadillac Sixty. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Cadillac Sixty would be higher. At 6,388 cc (8 cylinders), 1962 Cadillac Sixty is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Bentley Continental Flying Spur weights approximately 390 kg more than 1962 Cadillac Sixty.
Because 2012 Bentley Continental Flying Spur is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 Cadillac Sixty. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Bentley Continental Flying Spur (650 Nm) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Cadillac Sixty. (582 Nm). This means 2012 Bentley Continental Flying Spur will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Cadillac Sixty.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Cadillac Sixty | 2012 Bentley Continental Flying Spur | |
| Make | Cadillac | Bentley |
| Model | Sixty | Continental Flying Spur |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6388 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 552 HP |
| Torque | 582 Nm | 650 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2135 kg | 2525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 5291 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1397 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2746 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 90 L |
