1958 Bristol 405 vs. 1962 Cadillac DeVille
To start off, 1962 Cadillac DeVille is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Bristol 405. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Bristol 405 would be higher. At 6,390 cc (8 cylinders), 1962 Cadillac DeVille is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Cadillac DeVille (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1958 Bristol 405. (100 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1962 Cadillac DeVille should accelerate faster than 1958 Bristol 405. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Cadillac DeVille weights approximately 816 kg more than 1958 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 DeVille (582 Nm) has 430 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Bristol 405. (152 Nm). This means 1962 Cadillac DeVille will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Bristol 405. 1962 Cadillac DeVille has automatic transmission and 1958 Bristol 405 has manual transmission. 1958 Bristol 405 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1962 Cadillac DeVille will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Bristol 405 | 1962 Cadillac DeVille | |
| Make | Bristol | Cadillac |
| Model | 405 | DeVille |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 6390 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 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1242 kg | 2058 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 5650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 3300 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 95 L |
