1968 Cadillac DeVille vs. 2010 Bentley Continental GTC
To start off, 2010 Bentley Continental GTC is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Cadillac DeVille. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Cadillac DeVille would be higher. At 7,734 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Cadillac DeVille is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Bentley Continental GTC (600 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 372 more horse power than 1968 Cadillac DeVille. (228 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Bentley Continental GTC should accelerate faster than 1968 Cadillac DeVille. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Bentley Continental GTC weights approximately 400 kg more than 1968 Cadillac DeVille. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Bentley Continental GTC is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Cadillac DeVille. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Bentley Continental GTC (750 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Cadillac DeVille. (712 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Bentley Continental GTC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Cadillac DeVille.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Cadillac DeVille | 2010 Bentley Continental GTC | |
Make | Cadillac | Bentley |
Model | DeVille | Continental GTC |
Year Released | 1968 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7734 cc | 5998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | W |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 600 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 712 Nm | 750 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2085 kg | 2485 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4803 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1918 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1389 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2746 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 90 L |