1959 Bristol 406 vs. 1959 Cadillac DeVille
To start off, both 1959 Bristol 406 and 1959 Cadillac DeVille were released in the same year (1959). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 6,380 cc (8 cylinders), 1959 Cadillac DeVille is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Cadillac DeVille (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1959 Bristol 406. (91 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Cadillac DeVille should accelerate faster than 1959 Bristol 406. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Cadillac DeVille weights approximately 874 kg more than 1959 Bristol 406. 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.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Bristol 406 | 1959 Cadillac DeVille | |
Make | Bristol | Cadillac |
Model | 406 | DeVille |
Year Released | 1959 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2216 cc | 6380 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 91 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1266 kg | 2140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 5730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2040 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 3310 mm |