1965 Bristol 409 vs. 2002 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2002 Mini Cooper is newer by 37 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 141 more horse power than 2002 Mini Cooper. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Bristol 409 should accelerate faster than 2002 Mini Cooper.
Because 1965 Bristol 409 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1965 Bristol 409. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Mini Cooper, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 314 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mini Cooper. (149 Nm). This means 1965 Bristol 409 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mini Cooper. 1965 Bristol 409 has automatic transmission and 2002 Mini Cooper has manual transmission. 2002 Mini Cooper 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 | 2002 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | Bristol | Mini |
| Model | 409 | Cooper |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5211 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 463 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2470 mm |
