1999 Bentley Brooklands vs. 1973 Cadillac Eldorado
To start off, 1999 Bentley Brooklands is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 8,192 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Bentley Brooklands (296 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1973 Cadillac Eldorado. (223 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Bentley Brooklands should accelerate faster than 1973 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Bentley Brooklands weights approximately 130 kg more than 1973 Cadillac Eldorado. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Bentley Brooklands 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 1999 Bentley Brooklands. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1973 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, 1973 Cadillac Eldorado (522 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Bentley Brooklands. (500 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1973 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Bentley Brooklands.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Bentley Brooklands | 1973 Cadillac Eldorado | |
Make | Bentley | Cadillac |
Model | Brooklands | Eldorado |
Year Released | 1999 | 1973 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6748 cc | 8192 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 223 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 522 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2350 kg | 2220 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5350 mm | 5700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 3210 mm |