1966 Bristol 409 vs. 1970 Chrysler New Yorker
To start off, 1970 Chrysler New Yorker is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Bristol 409. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Bristol 409 would be higher. At 7,206 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Chrysler New Yorker is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Chrysler New Yorker (272 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1966 Bristol 409. (215 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Chrysler New Yorker should accelerate faster than 1966 Bristol 409. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Chrysler New Yorker weights approximately 420 kg more than 1966 Bristol 409. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1970 Chrysler New Yorker (520 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Bristol 409. (463 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1970 Chrysler New Yorker will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Bristol 409.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Bristol 409 | 1970 Chrysler New Yorker | |
| Make | Bristol | Chrysler |
| Model | 409 | New Yorker |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5211 cc | 7206 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 272 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 463 Nm | 520 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 2020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 3160 mm |
