1965 Bristol 409 vs. 2012 Infiniti EX
To start off, 2012 Infiniti EX 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, 2012 Infiniti EX (316 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1965 Bristol 409. (215 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Infiniti EX should accelerate faster than 1965 Bristol 409.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 103 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Infiniti EX. (360 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1965 Bristol 409 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Infiniti EX.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Bristol 409 | 2012 Infiniti EX | |
Make | Bristol | Infiniti |
Model | 409 | EX |
Year Released | 1965 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5211 cc | 3696 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 316 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 463 Nm | 360 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1803 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1572 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2799 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 76 L |