1972 Bristol 411 vs. 2001 Cadillac Seville
To start off, 2001 Cadillac Seville is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Bristol 411. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Bristol 411 would be higher. At 6,276 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Bristol 411 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Cadillac Seville (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1972 Bristol 411. (288 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1972 Bristol 411. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 94 kg more than 1972 Bristol 411. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Bristol 411 (588 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Cadillac Seville. (400 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1972 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Cadillac Seville.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Bristol 411 | 2001 Cadillac Seville | |
| Make | Bristol | Cadillac |
| Model | 411 | Seville |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6276 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1804 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2890 mm |
