2008 Bentley Continental GT vs. 1968 Cadillac Calais
To start off, 2008 Bentley Continental GT is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Cadillac Calais. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Cadillac Calais would be higher. At 7,734 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Cadillac Calais is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Bentley Continental GT (641 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 413 more horse power than 1968 Cadillac Calais. (228 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Bentley Continental GT should accelerate faster than 1968 Cadillac Calais. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Bentley Continental GT weights approximately 283 kg more than 1968 Cadillac Calais. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Bentley Continental GT (780 Nm) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Cadillac Calais. (711 Nm). This means 2008 Bentley Continental GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Cadillac Calais.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Bentley Continental GT | 1968 Cadillac Calais | |
| Make | Bentley | Cadillac |
| Model | Continental GT | Calais |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1968 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6000 cc | 7734 cc |
| Engine Type | W | V |
| Horse Power | 641 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 780 Nm | 711 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 109.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.2 mm | 103.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2388 kg | 2105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3300 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 82 L |
