1969 Bristol 411 vs. 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE
To start off, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Bristol 411. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Bristol 411 would be higher. At 6,286 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Bristol 411 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE (397 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1969 Bristol 411. (335 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE should accelerate faster than 1969 Bristol 411. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE weights approximately 945 kg more than 1969 Bristol 411. 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, 1969 Bristol 411 (576 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE. (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1969 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Bristol 411 | 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE | |
Make | Bristol | Cadillac |
Model | 411 | ESCALADE |
Year Released | 1969 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6286 cc | 6200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 335 HP | 397 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 576 Nm | 565 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 108 mm | 103 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.9 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.4 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 2625 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 5662 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2009 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1918 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 3302 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 117 L |