1965 Bristol 409 vs. 2004 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 2004 Dodge Dakota is newer by 39 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 6 more horse power than 2004 Dodge Dakota. (209 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Bristol 409 should accelerate faster than 2004 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 356 kg more than 1965 Bristol 409.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 144 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Dodge Dakota. (319 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1965 Bristol 409 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Bristol 409 | 2004 Dodge Dakota | |
Make | Bristol | Dodge |
Model | 409 | Dakota |
Year Released | 1965 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5211 cc | 3701 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 209 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 463 Nm | 319 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 98.6 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 91 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1956 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 3340 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 83 L |