1965 Bristol 408 vs. 2013 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2013 Cadillac CTS is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Bristol 408. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Bristol 408 would be higher. At 5,130 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 Bristol 408 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Cadillac CTS (314 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1965 Bristol 408. (215 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1965 Bristol 408. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 273 kg more than 1965 Bristol 408. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Cadillac CTS is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Bristol 408. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac CTS 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, 1965 Bristol 408 (464 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Cadillac CTS. (373 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1965 Bristol 408 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Cadillac CTS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Bristol 408 | 2013 Cadillac CTS | |
| Make | Bristol | Cadillac |
| Model | 408 | CTS |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5130 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 | 314 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 464 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.6 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1858 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4788 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1882 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1442 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 68 L |
