1980 Bentley Mulsanne vs. 1959 Cadillac 62
To start off, 1980 Bentley Mulsanne is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Cadillac 62. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Cadillac 62 would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Bentley Mulsanne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Bentley Mulsanne (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1959 Cadillac 62. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Bentley Mulsanne should accelerate faster than 1959 Cadillac 62. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Bentley Mulsanne weights approximately 125 kg more than 1959 Cadillac 62. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Bentley Mulsanne | 1959 Cadillac 62 | |
| Make | Bentley | Cadillac |
| Model | Mulsanne | 62 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 6382 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2250 kg | 2125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 5730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2040 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 3310 mm |
