1976 Bristol 412 vs. 2002 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2002 Cadillac CTS is newer by 26 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, 2002 Cadillac CTS (210 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1976 Bristol 412. (208 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1976 Bristol 412. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Bristol 412 weights approximately 150 kg more than 2002 Cadillac CTS.
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 @ 2400 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Cadillac CTS. (296 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1976 Bristol 412 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Cadillac CTS. 1976 Bristol 412 has automatic transmission and 2002 Cadillac CTS has manual transmission. 2002 Cadillac CTS will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1976 Bristol 412 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Bristol 412 | 2002 Cadillac CTS | |
| Make | Bristol | Cadillac |
| Model | 412 | CTS |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6555 cc | 3179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 422 Nm | 296 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2940 mm |
