1976 Bristol 412 vs. 1999 Cadillac Catera
To start off, 1999 Cadillac Catera is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Bristol 412. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Bristol 412 would be higher. At 6,555 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Bristol 412 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Cadillac Catera (301 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1976 Bristol 412. (208 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Cadillac Catera should accelerate faster than 1976 Bristol 412. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Bristol 412 weights approximately 144 kg more than 1999 Cadillac Catera.
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, 1976 Bristol 412 (422 Nm) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Cadillac Catera. (370 Nm). This means 1976 Bristol 412 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Cadillac Catera.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Bristol 412 | 1999 Cadillac Catera | |
| Make | Bristol | Cadillac |
| Model | 412 | Catera |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6555 cc | 3001 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 422 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1566 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2730 mm |
