1949 Bristol 400 vs. 1961 Cadillac Sixty
To start off, 1961 Cadillac Sixty is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Bristol 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Bristol 400 would be higher. At 6,388 cc (8 cylinders), 1961 Cadillac Sixty is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Cadillac Sixty (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1949 Bristol 400. (79 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1961 Cadillac Sixty should accelerate faster than 1949 Bristol 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Cadillac Sixty weights approximately 995 kg more than 1949 Bristol 400. 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, 1961 Cadillac Sixty (582 Nm) has 457 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Bristol 400. (125 Nm). This means 1961 Cadillac Sixty will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Bristol 400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Bristol 400 | 1961 Cadillac Sixty | |
| Make | Bristol | Cadillac |
| Model | 400 | Sixty |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 6388 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 582 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 98.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 2165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 5650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 3300 mm |
