1965 Bristol 409 vs. 2008 Dodge Charger
To start off, 2008 Dodge Charger is newer by 43 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 6,059 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dodge Charger (425 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 210 more horse power than 1965 Bristol 409. (215 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Charger 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, 2008 Dodge Charger (570 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Bristol 409. (463 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Bristol 409.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Bristol 409 | 2008 Dodge Charger | |
Make | Bristol | Dodge |
Model | 409 | Charger |
Year Released | 1965 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5211 cc | 6059 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 425 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 463 Nm | 570 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 3050 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 72 L |