1976 Bristol 412 vs. 2013 Cadillac ATS
To start off, 2013 Cadillac ATS is newer by 37 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, 2013 Cadillac ATS (268 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1976 Bristol 412. (208 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac ATS should accelerate faster than 1976 Bristol 412. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Bristol 412 weights approximately 180 kg more than 2013 Cadillac ATS.
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 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Cadillac ATS. (353 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1976 Bristol 412 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Cadillac ATS.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Bristol 412 | 2013 Cadillac ATS | |
Make | Bristol | Cadillac |
Model | 412 | ATS |
Year Released | 1976 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6555 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 208 HP | 268 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 422 Nm | 353 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4643 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1805 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1421 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2775 mm |