1955 Bristol 405 vs. 1959 Cadillac 62
To start off, 1959 Cadillac 62 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Bristol 405. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Bristol 405 would be higher. At 6,382 cc (8 cylinders), 1959 Cadillac 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Cadillac 62 (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1955 Bristol 405. (100 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Cadillac 62 should accelerate faster than 1955 Bristol 405. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 885 kg more than 1955 Bristol 405. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
1959 Cadillac 62 has automatic transmission and 1955 Bristol 405 has manual transmission. 1955 Bristol 405 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1959 Cadillac 62 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Bristol 405 | 1959 Cadillac 62 | |
| Make | Bristol | Cadillac |
| Model | 405 | 62 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 6382 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 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 2125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 5730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2040 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 3310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 79 L |
