1998 Bentley Turbo vs. 1968 Cadillac DeVille

To start off, 1998 Bentley Turbo is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Cadillac DeVille. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Cadillac DeVille would be higher. At 7,734 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Cadillac DeVille is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Bentley Turbo (395 HP @ 4150 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1968 Cadillac DeVille. (228 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Bentley Turbo should accelerate faster than 1968 Cadillac DeVille. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Bentley Turbo weights approximately 310 kg more than 1968 Cadillac DeVille. 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, 1998 Bentley Turbo (800 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Cadillac DeVille. (712 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Bentley Turbo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Cadillac DeVille.

Compare all specifications:

1998 Bentley Turbo 1968 Cadillac DeVille
Make Bentley Cadillac
Model Turbo DeVille
Year Released 1998 1968
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 6750 cc 7734 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 395 HP 228 HP
Engine RPM 4150 RPM 4400 RPM
Torque 800 Nm 712 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 3000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 2395 kg 2085 kg
Vehicle Length 5400 mm 5720 mm
Vehicle Width 2120 mm 2030 mm
Vehicle Height 1490 mm 1390 mm
Wheelbase Size 3130 mm 3300 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 94 L 82 L


 

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