1997 Bentley Turbo vs. 1960 Cadillac Brougham
To start off, 1997 Bentley Turbo is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Cadillac Brougham. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Cadillac Brougham would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Bentley Turbo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Bentley Turbo (396 HP @ 4150 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 1960 Cadillac Brougham. (210 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Bentley Turbo should accelerate faster than 1960 Cadillac Brougham. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Bentley Turbo weights approximately 100 kg more than 1960 Cadillac Brougham. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Turbo (800 Nm) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Cadillac Brougham. (591 Nm). This means 1997 Bentley Turbo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Cadillac Brougham.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Bentley Turbo | 1960 Cadillac Brougham | |
| Make | Bentley | Cadillac |
| Model | Turbo | Brougham |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 6390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 396 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4150 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 800 Nm | 591 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.1 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 98.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2395 kg | 2295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 5730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2120 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 3310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 94 L | 75 L |
