1965 Bristol 409 vs. 2009 Chevrolet Lumina
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Lumina is newer by 44 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 5,967 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Lumina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Lumina (362 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1965 Bristol 409. (215 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Lumina should accelerate faster than 1965 Bristol 409. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Bristol 409 weights approximately 339 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Lumina.
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, 2009 Chevrolet Lumina (530 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Bristol 409. (463 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Lumina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Bristol 409.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Bristol 409 | 2009 Chevrolet Lumina | |
Make | Bristol | Chevrolet |
Model | 409 | Lumina |
Year Released | 1965 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5211 cc | 5967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 362 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 463 Nm | 530 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 98.6 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1261 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2920 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 75 L |