1965 Bristol 409 vs. 1970 Triumph 2000
To start off, 1970 Triumph 2000 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Bristol 409. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Bristol 409 would be higher. At 5,211 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 Bristol 409 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Bristol 409 (215 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1970 Triumph 2000. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Bristol 409 should accelerate faster than 1970 Triumph 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Bristol 409 weights approximately 355 kg more than 1970 Triumph 2000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1965 Bristol 409 (463 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 328 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Triumph 2000. (135 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1965 Bristol 409 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Triumph 2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Bristol 409 | 1970 Triumph 2000 | |
| Make | Bristol | Triumph |
| Model | 409 | 2000 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5211 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 463 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2700 mm |
