1965 Bristol 409 vs. 2001 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2001 Ford Ranger is newer by 36 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 87 more horse power than 2001 Ford Ranger. (128 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Bristol 409 should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Ranger weights approximately 120 kg more than 1965 Bristol 409.
Because 2001 Ford Ranger 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, 2001 Ford Ranger 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) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford Ranger. (203 Nm). This means 1965 Bristol 409 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Bristol 409 | 2001 Ford Ranger | |
| Make | Bristol | Ford |
| Model | 409 | Ranger |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5211 cc | 2300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 463 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 3010 mm |
