1978 Bristol 412 vs. 2010 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2010 Cadillac CTS is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Bristol 412. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Bristol 412 would be higher. At 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Bristol 412 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Cadillac CTS (304 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1978 Bristol 412. (171 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1978 Bristol 412. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 67 kg more than 1978 Bristol 412. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2010 Cadillac CTS (370 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Bristol 412. (366 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Bristol 412.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Bristol 412 | 2010 Cadillac CTS | |
Make | Bristol | Cadillac |
Model | 412 | CTS |
Year Released | 1978 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5898 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 171 HP | 304 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1757 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4867 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1842 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1473 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2880 mm |