2003 Cadillac CTS-V vs. 2010 Bentley Brooklands
To start off, 2010 Bentley Brooklands is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Cadillac CTS-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Cadillac CTS-V would be higher. At 6,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Bentley Brooklands is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Bentley Brooklands (530 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 2003 Cadillac CTS-V. (400 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Bentley Brooklands should accelerate faster than 2003 Cadillac CTS-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Bentley Brooklands weights approximately 910 kg more than 2003 Cadillac CTS-V. 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, 2010 Bentley Brooklands (1,048 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 519 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Cadillac CTS-V. (529 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2010 Bentley Brooklands will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Cadillac CTS-V. 2010 Bentley Brooklands has automatic transmission and 2003 Cadillac CTS-V has manual transmission. 2003 Cadillac CTS-V will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Bentley Brooklands will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Cadillac CTS-V | 2010 Bentley Brooklands | |
Make | Cadillac | Bentley |
Model | CTS-V | Brooklands |
Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5666 cc | 6800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 400 HP | 530 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 529 Nm | 1048 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 2655 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1473 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3117 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 96 L |