1965 Bristol 409 vs. 1983 Donkervoort S7
To start off, 1983 Donkervoort S7 is newer by 18 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) has 105 more horse power than 1983 Donkervoort S7. (110 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Bristol 409 should accelerate faster than 1983 Donkervoort S7.
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 300 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Donkervoort S7. (163 Nm). This means 1965 Bristol 409 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Donkervoort S7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Bristol 409 | 1983 Donkervoort S7 | |
| Make | Bristol | Donkervoort |
| Model | 409 | S7 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5211 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 110 HP |
| Torque | 463 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1080 mm |
