1973 Bristol 411 vs. 1978 Cadillac Seville
To start off, 1978 Cadillac Seville is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Bristol 411. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Bristol 411 would be higher. At 6,277 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Bristol 411 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Bristol 411 (289 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 1978 Cadillac Seville. (123 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Bristol 411 should accelerate faster than 1978 Cadillac Seville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 180 kg more than 1973 Bristol 411.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Bristol 411 (588 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 284 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Cadillac Seville. (304 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1973 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Cadillac Seville.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Bristol 411 | 1978 Cadillac Seville | |
| Make | Bristol | Cadillac |
| Model | 411 | Seville |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6277 cc | 5735 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 289 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2910 mm |
