1997 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2011 Bentley Continental GTC
To start off, 2011 Bentley Continental GTC is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2011 Bentley Continental GTC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Bentley Continental GTC (600 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 299 more horse power than 1997 Cadillac Eldorado. (301 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Bentley Continental GTC should accelerate faster than 1997 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Bentley Continental GTC weights approximately 802 kg more than 1997 Cadillac Eldorado. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Bentley Continental GTC is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Cadillac Eldorado. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Bentley Continental GTC 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, 2011 Bentley Continental GTC (750 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 345 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Cadillac Eldorado. (405 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2011 Bentley Continental GTC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Cadillac Eldorado.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Cadillac Eldorado | 2011 Bentley Continental GTC | |
Make | Cadillac | Bentley |
Model | Eldorado | Continental GTC |
Year Released | 1997 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4565 cc | 5998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | W |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 600 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 405 Nm | 750 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 2567 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4803 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1928 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1389 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2746 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 90 L |