1998 Bentley Continental vs. 1970 Cadillac Eldorado
To start off, 1998 Bentley Continental is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 8,192 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Bentley Continental (421 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1970 Cadillac Eldorado. (244 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 1970 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Bentley Continental weights approximately 380 kg more than 1970 Cadillac Eldorado. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Bentley Continental is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1998 Bentley Continental. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1970 Cadillac Eldorado, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1998 Bentley Continental (875 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Cadillac Eldorado. (744 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Cadillac Eldorado.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Bentley Continental | 1970 Cadillac Eldorado | |
Make | Bentley | Cadillac |
Model | Continental | Eldorado |
Year Released | 1998 | 1970 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6750 cc | 8192 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 421 HP | 244 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 875 Nm | 744 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 2070 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 5620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 3050 mm |