1965 Bristol 409 vs. 2007 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2007 Toyota RAV4 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 67 more horse power than 2007 Toyota RAV4. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Bristol 409 should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota RAV4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Bristol 409 weights approximately 305 kg more than 2007 Toyota RAV4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Toyota RAV4 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 Toyota RAV4 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 271 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota RAV4. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1965 Bristol 409 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota RAV4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Bristol 409 | 2007 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Bristol | Toyota |
| Model | 409 | RAV4 |
| 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 | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 463 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 57 L |
