1965 Bristol 409 vs. 2004 Xedos 9
To start off, 2004 Xedos 9 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 54 more horse power than 2004 Xedos 9. (161 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Bristol 409 should accelerate faster than 2004 Xedos 9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Bristol 409 weights approximately 15 kg more than 2004 Xedos 9. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1965 Bristol 409 (463 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Xedos 9. (212 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1965 Bristol 409 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Xedos 9.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Bristol 409 | 2004 Xedos 9 | |
Make | Bristol | Xedos |
Model | 409 | 9 |
Year Released | 1965 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5211 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 463 Nm | 212 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1585 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2760 mm |