2004 Bristol Fighter vs. 1959 Cadillac DeVille
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 DeVille. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Cadillac DeVille 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 (525 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 328 more horse power than 1959 Cadillac DeVille. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Bristol Fighter should accelerate faster than 1959 Cadillac DeVille. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Cadillac DeVille weights approximately 664 kg more than 2004 Bristol Fighter.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Bristol Fighter | 1959 Cadillac DeVille | |
| Make | Bristol | Cadillac |
| Model | Fighter | DeVille |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7994 cc | 6380 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 525 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 2140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2040 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3310 mm |
