1965 Bristol 409 vs. 1995 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 1995 SsangYong Musso is newer by 30 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 121 more horse power than 1995 SsangYong Musso. (94 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Bristol 409 should accelerate faster than 1995 SsangYong Musso. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 155 kg more than 1965 Bristol 409.
Because 1995 SsangYong Musso is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Bristol 409. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 SsangYong Musso will offer significantly more control. 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 271 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 SsangYong Musso. (192 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1965 Bristol 409 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 SsangYong Musso. 1965 Bristol 409 has automatic transmission and 1995 SsangYong Musso has manual transmission. 1995 SsangYong Musso will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1965 Bristol 409 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Bristol 409 | 1995 SsangYong Musso | |
| Make | Bristol | SsangYong |
| Model | 409 | Musso |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5211 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 463 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1740 mm |
