1965 Bristol 408 vs. 2009 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2009 GMC Sierra is newer by 44 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 5,967 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 GMC Sierra (327 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1965 Bristol 408. (215 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 1965 Bristol 408.
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, 1965 Bristol 408 (464 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 GMC Sierra. (367 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1965 Bristol 408 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 GMC Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Bristol 408 | 2009 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | Bristol | GMC |
| Model | 408 | Sierra |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5130 cc | 5967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 327 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 464 Nm | 367 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2950 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 98 L |
