1965 Bristol 409 vs. 2007 SsangYong Kyron
To start off, 2007 SsangYong Kyron 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, 1965 Bristol 409 (215 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2007 SsangYong Kyron. (140 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Bristol 409 should accelerate faster than 2007 SsangYong Kyron. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 SsangYong Kyron weights approximately 404 kg more than 1965 Bristol 409.
Because 2007 SsangYong Kyron 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 SsangYong Kyron 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 153 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 SsangYong Kyron. (310 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1965 Bristol 409 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 SsangYong Kyron.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Bristol 409 | 2007 SsangYong Kyron | |
| Make | Bristol | SsangYong |
| Model | 409 | Kyron |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5211 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 463 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.6 mm | 86.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 85.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 2004 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 75 L |
