1965 Bristol 409 vs. 1982 Skoda L
To start off, 1982 Skoda L is newer by 17 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 171 more horse power than 1982 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Bristol 409 should accelerate faster than 1982 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Bristol 409 weights approximately 775 kg more than 1982 Skoda L. 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 389 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1965 Bristol 409 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Bristol 409 | 1982 Skoda L | |
| Make | Bristol | Skoda |
| Model | 409 | L |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5211 cc | 1046 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 463 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.6 mm | 68.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 72 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 38 L |
