1965 Bristol 409 vs. 2010 Opel Antara
To start off, 2010 Opel Antara 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, 2010 Opel Antara (224 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1965 Bristol 409. (215 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Opel Antara should accelerate faster than 1965 Bristol 409. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Opel Antara weights approximately 245 kg more than 1965 Bristol 409. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Opel Antara 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, 2010 Opel Antara 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 166 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Opel Antara. (297 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1965 Bristol 409 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Opel Antara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Bristol 409 | 2010 Opel Antara | |
| Make | Bristol | Opel |
| Model | 409 | Antara |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5211 cc | 3194 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 224 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 463 Nm | 297 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.6 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 85.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 65 L |
