1965 Bristol 409 vs. 2012 Seat Leon
To start off, 2012 Seat Leon 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 18 more horse power than 2012 Seat Leon. (197 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Bristol 409 should accelerate faster than 2012 Seat Leon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Bristol 409 weights approximately 266 kg more than 2012 Seat Leon. 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 Seat Leon, 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 183 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Seat Leon. (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1965 Bristol 409 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Seat Leon. 1965 Bristol 409 has automatic transmission and 2012 Seat Leon has manual transmission. 2012 Seat Leon will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1965 Bristol 409 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Bristol 409 | 2012 Seat Leon | |
Make | Bristol | Seat |
Model | 409 | Leon |
Year Released | 1965 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5211 cc | 1982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 463 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 98.6 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 92.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1334 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 55 L |