1977 Bristol 412 vs. 2005 Cadillac XLR
To start off, 2005 Cadillac XLR is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Bristol 412. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Bristol 412 would be higher. At 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Bristol 412 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Cadillac XLR (322 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1977 Bristol 412. (171 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac XLR should accelerate faster than 1977 Bristol 412. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Bristol 412 weights approximately 36 kg more than 2005 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, 2005 Cadillac XLR (420 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Bristol 412. (366 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Cadillac XLR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Bristol 412.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Bristol 412 | 2005 Cadillac XLR | |
Make | Bristol | Cadillac |
Model | 412 | XLR |
Year Released | 1977 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5898 cc | 4564 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 171 HP | 322 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 420 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.7 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.9 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1654 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2690 mm |