2005 Bristol Fighter vs. 2009 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2009 Cadillac CTS is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Bristol Fighter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Bristol Fighter would be higher. At 7,992 cc (10 cylinders), 2005 Bristol Fighter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Bristol Fighter (518 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 2009 Cadillac CTS. (395 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Bristol Fighter should accelerate faster than 2009 Cadillac CTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 270 kg more than 2005 Bristol Fighter.
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 Bristol Fighter (714 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Cadillac CTS. (536 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2005 Bristol Fighter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Cadillac CTS.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Bristol Fighter | 2009 Cadillac CTS | |
Make | Bristol | Cadillac |
Model | Fighter | CTS |
Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7992 cc | 5664 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 518 HP | 395 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 714 Nm | 536 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 99 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 98.6 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1745 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 105 L | 68 L |