1976 Bristol 412 vs. 1961 Cadillac 62
To start off, 1976 Bristol 412 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Cadillac 62. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Cadillac 62 would be higher. At 6,555 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Bristol 412 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Bristol 412 (208 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1961 Cadillac 62. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Bristol 412 should accelerate faster than 1961 Cadillac 62. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 405 kg more than 1976 Bristol 412.
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, 1961 Cadillac 62 (582 Nm) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Bristol 412. (422 Nm). This means 1961 Cadillac 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Bristol 412.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Bristol 412 | 1961 Cadillac 62 | |
| Make | Bristol | Cadillac |
| Model | 412 | 62 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6555 cc | 6388 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 422 Nm | 582 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 2115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 5650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 3300 mm |
