1976 Bristol 412 vs. 1974 Cadillac Eldorado
To start off, 1976 Bristol 412 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 8,187 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Cadillac Eldorado (210 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1976 Bristol 412. (208 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 1976 Bristol 412. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 460 kg more than 1976 Bristol 412. 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, 1974 Cadillac Eldorado (515 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Bristol 412. (422 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1974 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Bristol 412.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Bristol 412 | 1974 Cadillac Eldorado | |
Make | Bristol | Cadillac |
Model | 412 | Eldorado |
Year Released | 1976 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6555 cc | 8187 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 208 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 422 Nm | 515 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 2170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 5700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 3210 mm |