1965 Bristol 409 vs. 2012 Hyundai Accent
To start off, 2012 Hyundai Accent is newer by 47 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 77 more horse power than 2012 Hyundai Accent. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Bristol 409 should accelerate faster than 2012 Hyundai Accent. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Bristol 409 weights approximately 513 kg more than 2012 Hyundai Accent. 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, 2012 Hyundai Accent, 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 296 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Hyundai Accent. (167 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 1965 Bristol 409 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Hyundai Accent.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Bristol 409 | 2012 Hyundai Accent | |
| Make | Bristol | Hyundai |
| Model | 409 | Accent |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5211 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 463 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4850 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1087 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4369 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1699 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 43 L |
