1962 Bristol 407 vs. 2013 Cadillac ATS
To start off, 2013 Cadillac ATS is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Bristol 407. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Bristol 407 would be higher. At 5,129 cc (8 cylinders), 1962 Bristol 407 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Cadillac ATS (317 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1962 Bristol 407. (215 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac ATS should accelerate faster than 1962 Bristol 407. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Bristol 407 weights approximately 15 kg more than 2013 Cadillac ATS.
Because 2013 Cadillac ATS is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 Bristol 407. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac ATS 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, 1962 Bristol 407 (463 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Cadillac ATS. (373 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1962 Bristol 407 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Cadillac ATS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Bristol 407 | 2013 Cadillac ATS | |
| Make | Bristol | Cadillac |
| Model | 407 | ATS |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5129 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 463 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.6 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.5 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4643 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1806 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1417 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2776 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 61 L |
