1960 Bristol 406 vs. 1960 Cadillac 62
To start off, both 1960 Bristol 406 and 1960 Cadillac 62 were released in the same year (1960). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 6,390 cc (8 cylinders), 1960 Cadillac 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Cadillac 62 (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1960 Bristol 406. (91 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1960 Cadillac 62 should accelerate faster than 1960 Bristol 406. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 935 kg more than 1960 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:
1960 Bristol 406 | 1960 Cadillac 62 | |
Make | Bristol | Cadillac |
Model | 406 | 62 |
Year Released | 1960 | 1960 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2215 cc | 6390 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 |
Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 2195 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 5730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 3310 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 75 L |