2009 Bentley Continental Flying Spur vs. 1963 Cadillac DeVille
To start off, 2009 Bentley Continental Flying Spur is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Cadillac DeVille. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Cadillac DeVille would be higher. At 6,390 cc (8 cylinders), 1963 Cadillac DeVille is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Bentley Continental Flying Spur (602 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 404 more horse power than 1963 Cadillac DeVille. (198 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Bentley Continental Flying Spur should accelerate faster than 1963 Cadillac DeVille. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Bentley Continental Flying Spur weights approximately 565 kg more than 1963 Cadillac DeVille. 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) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Cadillac DeVille. (582 Nm). This means 2009 Bentley Continental Flying Spur will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Cadillac DeVille.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Bentley Continental Flying Spur | 1963 Cadillac DeVille | |
| Make | Bentley | Cadillac |
| Model | Continental Flying Spur | DeVille |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1963 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 6390 cc |
| Engine Type | W | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 602 HP | 198 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 750 Nm | 582 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2585 kg | 2020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 5680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 3300 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 79 L |
