1965 Bristol 409 vs. 2013 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2013 Toyota Sienna 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 5,211 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 Bristol 409 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Sienna (262 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1965 Bristol 409. (215 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 1965 Bristol 409. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 365 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 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, 2013 Toyota Sienna, 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 131 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Toyota Sienna. (332 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1965 Bristol 409 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Toyota Sienna.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Bristol 409 | 2013 Toyota Sienna | |
Make | Bristol | Toyota |
Model | 409 | Sienna |
Year Released | 1965 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5211 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 262 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 463 Nm | 332 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 98.6 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 83 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1965 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5085 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1985 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1811 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 3030 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 79 L |