1965 Cadillac Calais vs. 2010 Bentley Continental GTC
To start off, 2010 Bentley Continental GTC is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Cadillac Calais. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Cadillac Calais would be higher. At 7,029 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 Cadillac Calais is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Bentley Continental GTC (552 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 344 more horse power than 1965 Cadillac Calais. (208 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Bentley Continental GTC should accelerate faster than 1965 Cadillac Calais. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Bentley Continental GTC weights approximately 475 kg more than 1965 Cadillac Calais. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Cadillac Calais | 2010 Bentley Continental GTC | |
| Make | Cadillac | Bentley |
| Model | Calais | Continental GTC |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7029 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 552 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2010 kg | 2485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4803 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1928 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1397 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2746 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 90 L |
