1997 Bentley Continental vs. 1990 Cadillac Aurora
To start off, 1997 Bentley Continental is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Cadillac Aurora. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Cadillac Aurora would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Bentley Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Bentley Continental (421 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 221 more horse power than 1990 Cadillac Aurora. (200 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 1990 Cadillac Aurora. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Bentley Continental weights approximately 862 kg more than 1990 Cadillac Aurora. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Cadillac Aurora is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Bentley Continental. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Cadillac Aurora 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, 1997 Bentley Continental (875 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 509 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Cadillac Aurora. (366 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1997 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Cadillac Aurora.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Bentley Continental | 1990 Cadillac Aurora | |
Make | Bentley | Cadillac |
Model | Continental | Aurora |
Year Released | 1997 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6750 cc | 4465 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 421 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 875 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 104.2 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1588 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2860 mm |