2005 Bentley Continental vs. 1997 Cadillac Eldorado
To start off, 2005 Bentley Continental is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 6,750 cc, 2005 Bentley Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Bentley Continental (552 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 251 more horse power than 1997 Cadillac Eldorado. (301 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 1997 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Bentley Continental weights approximately 685 kg more than 1997 Cadillac Eldorado. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Bentley Continental is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Bentley Continental. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Cadillac Eldorado, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 @ 2200 RPM) has 470 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Cadillac Eldorado. (405 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2005 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Cadillac Eldorado.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Bentley Continental | 1997 Cadillac Eldorado | |
| Make | Bentley | Cadillac |
| Model | Continental | Eldorado |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 4565 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 552 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 875 Nm | 405 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1765 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 72 L |
