2009 Bentley Continental Flying Spur vs. 1959 Cadillac 62
To start off, 2009 Bentley Continental Flying Spur is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Cadillac 62. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Cadillac 62 would be higher. At 6,381 cc (8 cylinders), 1959 Cadillac 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Bentley Continental Flying Spur (602 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 277 more horse power than 1959 Cadillac 62. (325 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Bentley Continental Flying Spur should accelerate faster than 1959 Cadillac 62. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Bentley Continental Flying Spur weights approximately 367 kg more than 1959 Cadillac 62. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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. Let's talk about torque, 2009 Bentley Continental Flying Spur (750 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Cadillac 62. (583 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Bentley Continental Flying Spur will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Cadillac 62.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Bentley Continental Flying Spur | 1959 Cadillac 62 | |
| Make | Bentley | Cadillac |
| Model | Continental Flying Spur | 62 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 6381 cc |
| Engine Type | W | V |
| Horse Power | 602 HP | 325 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 750 Nm | 583 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2585 kg | 2218 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 5720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 3310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 75 L |
