1965 Bristol 409 vs. 2011 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2011 Subaru Outback 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 Subaru Outback (256 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1965 Bristol 409. (215 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 1965 Bristol 409. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Subaru Outback weights approximately 48 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 2011 Subaru Outback 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 Subaru Outback 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 2011 Subaru Outback. (335 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1965 Bristol 409 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Subaru Outback.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Bristol 409 | 2011 Subaru Outback | |
| Make | Bristol | Subaru |
| Model | 409 | Outback |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5211 cc | 3600 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 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1648 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1669 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2741 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 70 L |
