1976 Bristol 603 vs. 2013 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2013 Cadillac CTS is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Bristol 603. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Bristol 603 would be higher. At 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Bristol 603 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Cadillac CTS (266 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1976 Bristol 603. (145 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1976 Bristol 603. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Bristol 603 weights approximately 17 kg more than 2013 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, 2013 Cadillac CTS (373 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Bristol 603. (333 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2013 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Bristol 603.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Bristol 603 | 2013 Cadillac CTS | |
Make | Bristol | Cadillac |
Model | 603 | CTS |
Year Released | 1976 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5210 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 145 HP | 266 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 333 Nm | 373 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 11.3 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1768 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4788 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1882 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1422 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2880 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 68 L |