2001 Bentley Continental vs. 1962 Cadillac 62
To start off, 2001 Bentley Continental is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Cadillac 62. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Cadillac 62 would be higher. At 6,746 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Bentley Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Bentley Continental (421 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 224 more horse power than 1962 Cadillac 62. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 1962 Cadillac 62. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Bentley Continental weights approximately 395 kg more than 1962 Cadillac 62. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2001 Bentley Continental (875 Nm) has 293 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Cadillac 62. (582 Nm). This means 2001 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Cadillac 62.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Bentley Continental | 1962 Cadillac 62 | |
| Make | Bentley | Cadillac |
| Model | Continental | 62 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6746 cc | 6388 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 421 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 875 Nm | 582 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.1 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 98.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 2055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5360 mm | 5650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 3300 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 75 L |
