1965 Bristol 409 vs. 1977 Oldsmobile Cutlass
To start off, 1977 Oldsmobile Cutlass is newer by 12 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 5,798 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Bristol 409 (215 HP) has 90 more horse power than 1977 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (125 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Bristol 409 should accelerate faster than 1977 Oldsmobile Cutlass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Bristol 409 weights approximately 80 kg more than 1977 Oldsmobile Cutlass. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 409 (463 Nm) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (306 Nm). This means 1965 Bristol 409 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Oldsmobile Cutlass.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Bristol 409 | 1977 Oldsmobile Cutlass | |
| Make | Bristol | Oldsmobile |
| Model | 409 | Cutlass |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5211 cc | 5798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 125 HP |
| Torque | 463 Nm | 306 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.6 mm | 103.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 85.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2760 mm |
