1969 Cadillac Calais vs. 2010 Bentley Continental Flying Spur
To start off, 2010 Bentley Continental Flying Spur is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Cadillac Calais. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Cadillac Calais would be higher. At 7,734 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Cadillac Calais is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Bentley Continental Flying Spur (552 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 324 more horse power than 1969 Cadillac Calais. (228 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Bentley Continental Flying Spur should accelerate faster than 1969 Cadillac Calais. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Bentley Continental Flying Spur weights approximately 365 kg more than 1969 Cadillac Calais. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Bentley Continental Flying Spur is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Cadillac Calais. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 1969 Cadillac Calais (710 Nm) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Bentley Continental Flying Spur. (650 Nm). This means 1969 Cadillac Calais will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Bentley Continental Flying Spur.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Cadillac Calais | 2010 Bentley Continental Flying Spur | |
| Make | Cadillac | Bentley |
| Model | Calais | Continental Flying Spur |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7734 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 552 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 710 Nm | 650 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2075 kg | 2440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5730 mm | 5291 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1976 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 3066 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 90 L |
