2004 Bentley Arnage vs. 1957 Cadillac 62
To start off, 2004 Bentley Arnage is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Cadillac 62. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Cadillac 62 would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Bentley Arnage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Bentley Arnage (401 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1957 Cadillac 62. (267 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 1957 Cadillac 62. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 581 kg more than 1957 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Bentley Arnage | 1957 Cadillac 62 | |
| Make | Bentley | Cadillac |
| Model | Arnage | 62 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 5424 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 401 HP | 267 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2585 kg | 2004 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 5510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 3290 mm |
