2003 Bentley Azure vs. 1961 Cadillac 62
To start off, 2003 Bentley Azure is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Cadillac 62. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Cadillac 62 would be higher. At 6,745 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Bentley Azure is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Bentley Azure (402 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 1961 Cadillac 62. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 1961 Cadillac 62. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Bentley Azure weights approximately 335 kg more than 1961 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, 2003 Bentley Azure (750 Nm) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Cadillac 62. (582 Nm). This means 2003 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Cadillac 62.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Bentley Azure | 1961 Cadillac 62 | |
| Make | Bentley | Cadillac |
| Model | Azure | 62 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6745 cc | 6388 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 402 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 750 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 Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 2115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5350 mm | 5650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 3300 mm |
