2004 Bristol Fighter vs. 1959 Cadillac 62
To start off, 2004 Bristol Fighter is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Cadillac 62. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Cadillac 62 would be higher. At 7,994 cc (10 cylinders), 2004 Bristol Fighter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Bristol Fighter (660 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 463 more horse power than 1959 Cadillac 62. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Bristol Fighter should accelerate faster than 1959 Cadillac 62. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 585 kg more than 2004 Bristol Fighter.
1959 Cadillac 62 has automatic transmission and 2004 Bristol Fighter has manual transmission. 2004 Bristol Fighter will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1959 Cadillac 62 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Bristol Fighter | 1959 Cadillac 62 | |
| Make | Bristol | Cadillac |
| Model | Fighter | 62 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7994 cc | 6382 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 660 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 2125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2040 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3310 mm |
