1976 Bristol 412 vs. 2009 Cadillac Escalade
To start off, 2009 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 33 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, 2009 Cadillac Escalade (404 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 1976 Bristol 412. (208 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1976 Bristol 412. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Bristol 412 weights approximately 75 kg more than 2009 Cadillac Escalade.
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, 2009 Cadillac Escalade (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Bristol 412. (422 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Bristol 412.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Bristol 412 | 2009 Cadillac Escalade | |
| Make | Bristol | Cadillac |
| Model | 412 | Escalade |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6555 cc | 6162 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 404 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 422 Nm | 565 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1635 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 5670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 3310 mm |
