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Bentley S3 vs Cadillac Eldorado
The Bentley S3 is a v8 luxury saloon built between 1962 and 1965. The Cadillac Eldorado is a classic american luxury coupe/convertible.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Specifications side by side
| Bentley S3 | Cadillac Eldorado | |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 6,230cc V8, pushrod overhead valves | 6,391cc V8 |
| Power | 215hp at 4,000rpm | 325bhp or 345bhp |
| Body styles | 4-door saloon, 2-door coupe, 2-door drophead coupe | Biarritz convertible, Seville hardtop coupe |
| Top speed | 115mph | - |
| Years produced | 1962-1965 | - |
| Transmission | - | 3 or 4-speed automatic |
| Seats | - | 6 |
Sources: Bentley S3, Cadillac Eldorado. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the S3 if...
The last of Bentley's separate-chassis S-series saloons, and the first Bentley with a V8 engine. Wedding and chauffeur hire firms use it for its formal, old-money look rather than performance.
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Buy or hire the Eldorado if...
A late-1950s/1960s American land yacht hired almost exclusively for weddings and period events rather than daily driving. Its size and chrome-heavy styling make it a statement classic hire car rather than a practical one.
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Common questions
What is the difference between the Bentley S3 and the Cadillac Eldorado?
The Bentley S3 is a v8 luxury saloon built between 1962 and 1965; the Cadillac Eldorado is a classic American luxury coupe/convertible.
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