1965 Bristol 409 vs. 2007 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Express is newer by 42 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 5,326 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Express (295 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1965 Bristol 409. (215 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1965 Bristol 409. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 937 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 2007 Chevrolet Express 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, 2007 Chevrolet Express 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 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chevrolet Express. (455 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1965 Bristol 409 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chevrolet Express.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Bristol 409 | 2007 Chevrolet Express | |
| Make | Bristol | Chevrolet |
| Model | 409 | Express |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5211 cc | 5326 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 295 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 463 Nm | 455 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.6 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 2537 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 2080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 3440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 117 L |
