1965 Bristol 409 vs. 2009 Subaru Tribeca
To start off, 2009 Subaru Tribeca 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 Subaru Tribeca (256 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1965 Bristol 409. (215 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Tribeca should accelerate faster than 1965 Bristol 409.
Because 2009 Subaru Tribeca 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, 2009 Subaru Tribeca 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 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Subaru Tribeca. (335 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1965 Bristol 409 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Subaru Tribeca.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Bristol 409 | 2009 Subaru Tribeca | |
Make | Bristol | Subaru |
Model | 409 | Tribeca |
Year Released | 1965 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5211 cc | 3629 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 463 Nm | 335 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 98.6 mm | 99.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 79 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 64 L |