1965 Bristol 409 vs. 1977 Opel Commodore
To start off, 1977 Opel Commodore 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 5,211 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 Bristol 409 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Bristol 409 (215 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1977 Opel Commodore. (141 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Bristol 409 should accelerate faster than 1977 Opel Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Bristol 409 weights approximately 315 kg more than 1977 Opel Commodore. 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 @ 2800 RPM) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Opel Commodore. (217 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1965 Bristol 409 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Opel Commodore.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Bristol 409 | 1977 Opel Commodore | |
| Make | Bristol | Opel |
| Model | 409 | Commodore |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5211 cc | 2784 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 463 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.6 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 69.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 70 L |
