2009 Bentley Brooklands vs. 1954 Cadillac 62
To start off, 2009 Bentley Brooklands is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Cadillac 62. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Cadillac 62 would be higher. At 6,761 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Bentley Brooklands is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Bentley Brooklands (523 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 256 more horse power than 1954 Cadillac 62. (267 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Bentley Brooklands should accelerate faster than 1954 Cadillac 62.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Bentley Brooklands | 1954 Cadillac 62 | |
| Make | Bentley | Cadillac |
| Model | Brooklands | 62 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6761 cc | 5423 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 523 HP | 267 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5410 mm | 5510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 3290 mm |
