1965 Bristol 409 vs. 2005 Holden Caprice
To start off, 2005 Holden Caprice is newer by 40 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 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Holden Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Holden Caprice (295 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1965 Bristol 409. (215 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Holden Caprice should accelerate faster 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 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Holden Caprice. (446 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1965 Bristol 409 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Holden Caprice.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Bristol 409 | 2005 Holden Caprice | |
| Make | Bristol | Holden |
| Model | 409 | Caprice |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5211 cc | 5665 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 295 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 463 Nm | 446 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.6 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 92 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
