1976 Bristol 412 vs. 2007 Cadillac XLR
To start off, 2007 Cadillac XLR is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Bristol 412. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Bristol 412 would be higher. At 6,555 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Bristol 412 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Cadillac XLR (320 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1976 Bristol 412. (208 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Cadillac XLR should accelerate faster than 1976 Bristol 412. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Bristol 412 weights approximately 56 kg more than 2007 Cadillac XLR.
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, 1976 Bristol 412 (422 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Cadillac XLR. (420 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1976 Bristol 412 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Cadillac XLR.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Bristol 412 | 2007 Cadillac XLR | |
Make | Bristol | Cadillac |
Model | 412 | XLR |
Year Released | 1976 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6555 cc | 4565 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 208 HP | 320 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 422 Nm | 420 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1654 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2690 mm |