1966 Bristol 409 vs. 1972 Dodge Dart
To start off, 1972 Dodge Dart is newer by 6 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 5,562 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Dodge Dart is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Dodge Dart (240 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1966 Bristol 409. (215 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Dodge Dart should accelerate faster than 1966 Bristol 409. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Bristol 409 weights approximately 175 kg more than 1972 Dodge Dart.
Let's talk about torque, 1966 Bristol 409 (463 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Dodge Dart. (401 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1966 Bristol 409 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Dodge Dart.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Bristol 409 | 1972 Dodge Dart | |
| Make | Bristol | Dodge |
| Model | 409 | Dart |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5211 cc | 5562 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 463 Nm | 401 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.6 mm | 102.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2830 mm |
