1979 Bristol 412 vs. 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE
To start off, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Bristol 412. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Bristol 412 would be higher. At 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE (327 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1979 Bristol 412. (171 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE should accelerate faster than 1979 Bristol 412. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE weights approximately 1096 kg more than 1979 Bristol 412. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Bristol 412. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE will offer significantly more control. 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 ESCALADE (498 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Bristol 412. (366 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Bristol 412.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Bristol 412 | 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE | |
| Make | Bristol | Cadillac |
| Model | 412 | ESCALADE |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5898 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 327 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 498 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.9 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.8 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Electric |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 4-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 2786 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 5144 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2007 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1928 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2947 mm |
