1961 Bristol 407 vs. 2007 Cadillac XLR
To start off, 2007 Cadillac XLR is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Bristol 407. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Bristol 407 would be higher. At 5,130 cc (8 cylinders), 1961 Bristol 407 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Cadillac XLR (443 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 228 more horse power than 1961 Bristol 407. (215 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Cadillac XLR should accelerate faster than 1961 Bristol 407.
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, 2007 Cadillac XLR (561 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Bristol 407. (463 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Cadillac XLR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Bristol 407.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Bristol 407 | 2007 Cadillac XLR | |
| Make | Bristol | Cadillac |
| Model | 407 | XLR |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5130 cc | 4376 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 443 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 463 Nm | 561 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 68 L |
