1999 Bentley Continental vs. 1969 Cadillac Calais
To start off, 1999 Bentley Continental is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Cadillac Calais. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Cadillac Calais would be higher. At 7,734 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Cadillac Calais is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Bentley Continental (422 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 1969 Cadillac Calais. (228 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 1969 Cadillac Calais. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Bentley Continental weights approximately 375 kg more than 1969 Cadillac Calais. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 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 1999 Bentley Continental. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1969 Cadillac Calais, 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, 1999 Bentley Continental (875 Nm) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Cadillac Calais. (710 Nm). This means 1999 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Cadillac Calais.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Bentley Continental | 1969 Cadillac Calais | |
| Make | Bentley | Cadillac |
| Model | Continental | Calais |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 7734 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 422 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 875 Nm | 710 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.2 mm | 109.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 103.1 mm |
| 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 | 2075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 5730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 3300 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 82 L |
