1973 Bristol 411 vs. 2011 Cadillac Escalade
To start off, 2011 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 38 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 6,556 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Bristol 411 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Cadillac Escalade (403 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1973 Bristol 411. (264 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1973 Bristol 411. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 907 kg more than 1973 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, 2011 Cadillac Escalade (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Bristol 411. (455 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Bristol 411.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Bristol 411 | 2011 Cadillac Escalade | |
Make | Bristol | Cadillac |
Model | 411 | Escalade |
Year Released | 1973 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6556 cc | 6200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 264 HP | 403 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 455 Nm | 565 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1712 kg | 2619 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 5639 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2009 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1892 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 3302 mm |