1965 Bristol 409 vs. 2011 Infiniti FX
To start off, 2011 Infiniti FX is newer by 46 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, 2011 Infiniti FX (235 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1965 Bristol 409. (215 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 1965 Bristol 409.
Because 2011 Infiniti FX is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Bristol 409. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Infiniti FX 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, 2011 Infiniti FX (550 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Bristol 409. (463 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2011 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Bristol 409.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Bristol 409 | 2011 Infiniti FX | |
| Make | Bristol | Infiniti |
| Model | 409 | FX |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5211 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 463 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4865 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1925 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2885 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 90 L |
