2007 Bentley Continental GT vs. 1959 Cadillac Eldorado
To start off, 2007 Bentley Continental GT is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 6,382 cc (8 cylinders), 1959 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Bentley Continental GT (552 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 1959 Cadillac Eldorado. (345 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Bentley Continental GT should accelerate faster than 1959 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Bentley Continental GT weights approximately 45 kg more than 1959 Cadillac Eldorado. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Bentley Continental GT is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Cadillac Eldorado. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Bentley Continental GT (650 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Cadillac Eldorado. (590 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2007 Bentley Continental GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Cadillac Eldorado.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Bentley Continental GT | 1959 Cadillac Eldorado | |
| Make | Bentley | Cadillac |
| Model | Continental GT | Eldorado |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1959 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 6382 cc |
| Engine Type | W | V |
| Horse Power | 552 HP | 345 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 590 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.2 mm | 98.4 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2340 kg | 2295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 79 L |
