1965 Bristol 409 vs. 2010 Chevrolet Malibu
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Malibu is newer by 45 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 45 more horse power than 2010 Chevrolet Malibu. (170 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Bristol 409 should accelerate faster than 2010 Chevrolet Malibu. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Bristol 409 weights approximately 51 kg more than 2010 Chevrolet Malibu. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2010 Chevrolet Malibu, 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 249 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Chevrolet Malibu. (214 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1965 Bristol 409 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Chevrolet Malibu.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Bristol 409 | 2010 Chevrolet Malibu | |
Make | Bristol | Chevrolet |
Model | 409 | Malibu |
Year Released | 1965 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5211 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 463 Nm | 214 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1549 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4872 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1786 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2852 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 61 L |