1990 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2010 Bentley Continental GT
To start off, 2010 Bentley Continental GT is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2010 Bentley Continental GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Bentley Continental GT (552 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 375 more horse power than 1990 Cadillac Eldorado. (177 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Bentley Continental GT should accelerate faster than 1990 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Bentley Continental GT weights approximately 800 kg more than 1990 Cadillac Eldorado. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Bentley Continental GT is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Cadillac Eldorado. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Bentley Continental GT 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 GT (650 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 325 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Cadillac Eldorado. (325 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Bentley Continental GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Cadillac Eldorado.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Cadillac Eldorado | 2010 Bentley Continental GT | |
Make | Cadillac | Bentley |
Model | Eldorado | Continental GT |
Year Released | 1990 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4473 cc | 5998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | W |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 552 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 650 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 2350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4803 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1915 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1389 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2746 mm |