1966 Bristol 409 vs. 1966 Suzuki Fronte
To start off, both 1966 Bristol 409 and 1966 Suzuki Fronte were released in the same year (1966). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,211 cc (8 cylinders), 1966 Bristol 409 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Bristol 409 (215 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 1966 Suzuki Fronte. (35 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Bristol 409 should accelerate faster than 1966 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Bristol 409 weights approximately 840 kg more than 1966 Suzuki Fronte. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1966 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 1966 Bristol 409. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1966 Suzuki Fronte, 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, 1966 Bristol 409 (463 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 382 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Suzuki Fronte. (81 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1966 Bristol 409 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Suzuki Fronte.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Bristol 409 | 1966 Suzuki Fronte | |
| Make | Bristol | Suzuki |
| Model | 409 | Fronte |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1966 |
| Engine Size | 5211 cc | 785 cc |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 463 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2250 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 66 L |
