1997 Bentley Turbo vs. 2006 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2006 Cadillac CTS is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Bentley Turbo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Bentley Turbo 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 181 more horse power than 2006 Cadillac CTS. (215 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Bentley Turbo should accelerate faster than 2006 Cadillac CTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Bentley Turbo weights approximately 605 kg more than 2006 Cadillac CTS. 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 @ 2000 RPM) has 500 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Cadillac CTS. (300 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1997 Bentley Turbo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Cadillac CTS.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Bentley Turbo | 2006 Cadillac CTS | |
Make | Bentley | Cadillac |
Model | Turbo | CTS |
Year Released | 1997 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6750 cc | 3173 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 396 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 4150 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 800 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 104.1 mm | 87.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.7:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2395 kg | 1790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2120 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 17.8 L/100km | 11 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 94 L | 68 L |