1966 Bristol 409 vs. 2009 Cadillac STS
To start off, 2009 Cadillac STS is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Bristol 409. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Bristol 409 would be higher. At 5,211 cc (8 cylinders), 1966 Bristol 409 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac STS (320 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1966 Bristol 409. (215 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac STS should accelerate faster than 1966 Bristol 409. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Bristol 409 weights approximately 40 kg more than 2009 Cadillac STS.
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, 1966 Bristol 409 (463 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Cadillac STS. (427 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1966 Bristol 409 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Cadillac STS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Bristol 409 | 2009 Cadillac STS | |
| Make | Bristol | Cadillac |
| Model | 409 | STS |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5211 cc | 4565 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 320 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 463 Nm | 427 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2960 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 64 L |
