2000 Bentley Continental vs. 1978 Cadillac Eldorado
To start off, 2000 Bentley Continental is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 6,964 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Bentley Continental (380 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 209 more horse power than 1978 Cadillac Eldorado. (171 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 1978 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Bentley Continental weights approximately 190 kg more than 1978 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, 1978 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 284 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Cadillac Eldorado. (433 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2000 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Cadillac Eldorado.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Bentley Continental | 1978 Cadillac Eldorado | |
| Make | Bentley | Cadillac |
| Model | Continental | Eldorado |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1978 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 6964 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 380 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 717 Nm | 433 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.1 mm | 103.6 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 | 2420 kg | 2230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5410 mm | 5700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 3210 mm |
