1951 Bristol 401 vs. 1992 Cadillac Brougham
To start off, 1992 Cadillac Brougham is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Bristol 401. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Bristol 401 would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Cadillac Brougham is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Cadillac Brougham (185 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1951 Bristol 401. (72 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Cadillac Brougham should accelerate faster than 1951 Bristol 401. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Cadillac Brougham weights approximately 715 kg more than 1951 Bristol 401. 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, 1992 Cadillac Brougham (407 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 262 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Bristol 401. (145 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1992 Cadillac Brougham will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Bristol 401.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Bristol 401 | 1992 Cadillac Brougham | |
| Make | Bristol | Cadillac |
| Model | 401 | Brougham |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 3090 mm |
