1954 Bristol 405 vs. 1962 Cadillac Eldorado
To start off, 1962 Cadillac Eldorado is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Bristol 405. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Bristol 405 would be higher. At 6,389 cc (8 cylinders), 1962 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Cadillac Eldorado (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1954 Bristol 405. (100 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1962 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 1954 Bristol 405. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 890 kg more than 1954 Bristol 405. 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, 1962 Cadillac Eldorado (582 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 430 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Bristol 405. (152 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1962 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Bristol 405.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Bristol 405 | 1962 Cadillac Eldorado | |
| Make | Bristol | Cadillac |
| Model | 405 | Eldorado |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 6389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 582 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 98.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 2130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 5660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 3300 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 75 L |
