1974 Bristol 411 vs. 2010 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2010 Cadillac CTS is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Bristol 411. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Bristol 411 would be higher. At 6,277 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Bristol 411 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Bristol 411 (288 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2010 Cadillac CTS. (270 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Bristol 411 should accelerate faster than 2010 Cadillac CTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 46 kg more than 1974 Bristol 411.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Bristol 411 (588 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 286 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Cadillac CTS. (302 Nm @ 5700 RPM). This means 1974 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Cadillac CTS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Bristol 411 | 2010 Cadillac CTS | |
| Make | Bristol | Cadillac |
| Model | 411 | CTS |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6277 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 302 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1756 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4867 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1504 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2880 mm |
