1965 Bristol 409 vs. 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser (232 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1965 Bristol 409. (215 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1965 Bristol 409. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 710 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 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser 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 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser. (434 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1965 Bristol 409 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Bristol 409 | 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Bristol | Toyota |
Model | 409 | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 1965 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5211 cc | 4664 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 232 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 463 Nm | 434 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 2310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 96 L |