1965 Bristol 409 vs. 1975 GMC Jimmy
To start off, 1975 GMC Jimmy is newer by 10 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 115 more horse power than 1975 GMC Jimmy. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Bristol 409 should accelerate faster than 1975 GMC Jimmy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 200 kg more than 1965 Bristol 409.
Because 1975 GMC Jimmy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Bristol 409. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 GMC Jimmy will offer significantly more control. 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 409 (463 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 GMC Jimmy. (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1965 Bristol 409 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 GMC Jimmy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Bristol 409 | 1975 GMC Jimmy | |
| Make | Bristol | GMC |
| Model | 409 | Jimmy |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5211 cc | 4093 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 463 Nm | 242 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2720 mm |
