1965 Bristol 409 vs. 1998 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 1998 SsangYong Korando is newer by 33 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, 1998 SsangYong Korando (217 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1965 Bristol 409. (215 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 1965 Bristol 409. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 350 kg more than 1965 Bristol 409. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 SsangYong Korando 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, 1998 SsangYong Korando 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 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 SsangYong Korando. (307 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1965 Bristol 409 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 SsangYong Korando.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Bristol 409 | 1998 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Bristol | SsangYong |
| Model | 409 | Korando |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5211 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 463 Nm | 307 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.6 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1850 mm |
