1965 Bristol 409 vs. 2009 Honda Odyssey
To start off, 2009 Honda Odyssey 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 5,211 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 Bristol 409 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Odyssey (244 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1965 Bristol 409. (215 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 1965 Bristol 409. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Bristol 409 weights approximately 244 kg more than 2009 Honda Odyssey.
Because 1965 Bristol 409 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1965 Bristol 409. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Honda Odyssey, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 138 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Odyssey. (325 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1965 Bristol 409 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Odyssey.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Bristol 409 | 2009 Honda Odyssey | |
Make | Bristol | Honda |
Model | 409 | Odyssey |
Year Released | 1965 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5211 cc | 3471 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 244 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 463 Nm | 325 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1356 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 79 L |