1965 Bristol 409 vs. 1999 Dodge Durango
To start off, 1999 Dodge Durango is newer by 34 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, 1999 Dodge Durango (232 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1965 Bristol 409. (215 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 1965 Bristol 409. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Dodge Durango weights approximately 375 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 1999 Dodge Durango 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, 1999 Dodge Durango 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 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Dodge Durango. (399 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1965 Bristol 409 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Dodge Durango.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Bristol 409 | 1999 Dodge Durango | |
| Make | Bristol | Dodge |
| Model | 409 | Durango |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5211 cc | 4701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 463 Nm | 399 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2950 mm |
