2000 Bentley Continental vs. 1974 Cadillac Eldorado

To start off, 2000 Bentley Continental is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 8,192 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Bentley Continental (380 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1974 Cadillac Eldorado. (198 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 1974 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Bentley Continental weights approximately 180 kg more than 1974 Cadillac Eldorado. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2000 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 2000 Bentley Continental. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1974 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, 2000 Bentley Continental (717 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Cadillac Eldorado. (514 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2000 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Cadillac Eldorado.

Compare all specifications:

2000 Bentley Continental 1974 Cadillac Eldorado
Make Bentley Cadillac
Model Continental Eldorado
Year Released 2000 1974
Body Type Coupe Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 6750 cc 8192 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 380 HP 198 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 3600 RPM
Torque 717 Nm 514 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 2000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 104.1 mm 109.2 mm
Engine Stroke Size 99.1 mm 109.3 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 2420 kg 2240 kg
Vehicle Length 5410 mm 5700 mm
Vehicle Width 2060 mm 2030 mm
Vehicle Height 1470 mm 1380 mm
Wheelbase Size 2970 mm 3210 mm


 

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