1965 Bristol 409 vs. 2007 GMC Acadia
To start off, 2007 GMC Acadia 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 5,211 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 Bristol 409 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 GMC Acadia (276 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1965 Bristol 409. (215 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 1965 Bristol 409.
Because 2007 GMC Acadia 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 GMC Acadia 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 123 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 GMC Acadia. (340 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1965 Bristol 409 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 GMC Acadia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Bristol 409 | 2007 GMC Acadia | |
| Make | Bristol | GMC |
| Model | 409 | Acadia |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5211 cc | 3564 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 463 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 83 L |
