1951 Bristol 401 vs. 1999 Cadillac Catera
To start off, 1999 Cadillac Catera is newer by 48 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 2,962 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Cadillac Catera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Cadillac Catera (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1951 Bristol 401. (72 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Cadillac Catera should accelerate faster than 1951 Bristol 401. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Cadillac Catera weights approximately 480 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, 1999 Cadillac Catera (260 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Bristol 401. (145 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Cadillac Catera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Bristol 401. 1999 Cadillac Catera has automatic transmission and 1951 Bristol 401 has manual transmission. 1951 Bristol 401 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Cadillac Catera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1951 Bristol 401 | 1999 Cadillac Catera | |
Make | Bristol | Cadillac |
Model | 401 | Catera |
Year Released | 1951 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1970 cc | 2962 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1705 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2940 mm |