2006 Bentley Continental GT vs. 1985 Cadillac Seville
To start off, 2006 Bentley Continental GT is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Cadillac Seville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Cadillac Seville would be higher. At 5,998 cc, 2006 Bentley Continental GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Bentley Continental GT (552 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 419 more horse power than 1985 Cadillac Seville. (133 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Bentley Continental GT should accelerate faster than 1985 Cadillac Seville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Bentley Continental GT weights approximately 711 kg more than 1985 Cadillac Seville. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Bentley Continental GT is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Cadillac Seville. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Bentley Continental GT will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Bentley Continental GT (650 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 380 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Cadillac Seville. (270 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2006 Bentley Continental GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Cadillac Seville.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Bentley Continental GT | 1985 Cadillac Seville | |
Make | Bentley | Cadillac |
Model | Continental GT | Seville |
Year Released | 2006 | 1985 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5998 cc | 4080 cc |
Engine Type | W | in-line |
Horse Power | 552 HP | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 650 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2385 kg | 1674 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2900 mm |