1965 Bristol 409 vs. 2013 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2013 Ford Expedition is newer by 48 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 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Expedition (306 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1965 Bristol 409. (215 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1965 Bristol 409. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Expedition weights approximately 1052 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 2013 Ford Expedition is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Bristol 409. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Ford Expedition 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, 2013 Ford Expedition (495 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Bristol 409. (463 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2013 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Bristol 409.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Bristol 409 | 2013 Ford Expedition | |
Make | Bristol | Ford |
Model | 409 | Expedition |
Year Released | 1965 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5211 cc | 5400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 306 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 463 Nm | 495 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 98.6 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 105 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 2652 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5245 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2332 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1961 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 3023 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 106 L |