2007 Bentley Continental GT vs. 1959 Cadillac Fleetwood
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 Fleetwood. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Cadillac Fleetwood would be higher. At 6,382 cc (8 cylinders), 1959 Cadillac Fleetwood is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Bentley Continental GT (552 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 227 more horse power than 1959 Cadillac Fleetwood. (325 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Bentley Continental GT should accelerate faster than 1959 Cadillac Fleetwood. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Cadillac Fleetwood weights approximately 232 kg more than 2007 Bentley Continental GT.
Because 2007 Bentley Continental GT is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Cadillac Fleetwood. 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 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Cadillac Fleetwood. (583 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Bentley Continental GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Cadillac Fleetwood.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Bentley Continental GT | 1959 Cadillac Fleetwood | |
| Make | Bentley | Cadillac |
| Model | Continental GT | Fleetwood |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1959 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 6382 cc |
| Engine Type | W | V |
| Horse Power | 552 HP | 325 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 583 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3000 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 | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2340 kg | 2572 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 6160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 2060 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 80 L |
