2005 Bentley Continental vs. 1963 Cadillac Sixty
To start off, 2005 Bentley Continental is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Cadillac Sixty. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Cadillac Sixty would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Bentley Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Bentley Continental (421 HP @ 2100 RPM) has 224 more horse power than 1963 Cadillac Sixty. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 1963 Cadillac Sixty. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Bentley Continental weights approximately 325 kg more than 1963 Cadillac Sixty. 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, 2005 Bentley Continental (875 Nm) has 293 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Cadillac Sixty. (582 Nm). This means 2005 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Cadillac Sixty.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Bentley Continental | 1963 Cadillac Sixty | |
| Make | Bentley | Cadillac |
| Model | Continental | Sixty |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 6390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 421 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 2100 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 875 Nm | 582 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.2 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 | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 2125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 5670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 3300 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 79 L |
