1963 Bristol 408 vs. 1996 Cadillac Catera
To start off, 1996 Cadillac Catera is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Bristol 408. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Bristol 408 would be higher. At 5,129 cc (8 cylinders), 1963 Bristol 408 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Bristol 408 (215 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1996 Cadillac Catera. (200 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Bristol 408 should accelerate faster than 1996 Cadillac Catera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Cadillac Catera weights approximately 125 kg more than 1963 Bristol 408.
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, 1963 Bristol 408 (463 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Cadillac Catera. (260 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1963 Bristol 408 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Cadillac Catera.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Bristol 408 | 1996 Cadillac Catera | |
Make | Bristol | Cadillac |
Model | 408 | Catera |
Year Released | 1963 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5129 cc | 2962 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 463 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 98.6 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 203 km/hour | 204 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1710 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2940 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 68 L |