1965 Bristol 409 vs. 1983 Lada 2105
To start off, 1983 Lada 2105 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 @ 4400 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1983 Lada 2105. (59 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Bristol 409 should accelerate faster than 1983 Lada 2105. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Bristol 409 weights approximately 600 kg more than 1983 Lada 2105. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Bristol 409 | 1983 Lada 2105 | |
| Make | Bristol | Lada |
| Model | 409 | 2105 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5211 cc | 1198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2430 mm |
