1999 Bentley Hunaudieres vs. 1959 Cadillac 62
To start off, 1999 Bentley Hunaudieres is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Cadillac 62. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Cadillac 62 would be higher. At 8,000 cc (16 cylinders), 1999 Bentley Hunaudieres is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Bentley Hunaudieres (615 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 418 more horse power than 1959 Cadillac 62. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Bentley Hunaudieres should accelerate faster than 1959 Cadillac 62. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Bentley Hunaudieres weights approximately 325 kg more than 1959 Cadillac 62. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
1959 Cadillac 62 has automatic transmission and 1999 Bentley Hunaudieres has manual transmission. 1999 Bentley Hunaudieres will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1959 Cadillac 62 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1999 Bentley Hunaudieres | 1959 Cadillac 62 | |
Make | Bentley | Cadillac |
Model | Hunaudieres | 62 |
Year Released | 1999 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 8000 cc | 6382 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 16 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | W | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 615 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 2125 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 2040 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3310 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 79 L |