1966 Bristol 409 vs. 1987 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 1987 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 21 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 5,211 cc (8 cylinders), 1966 Bristol 409 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Bristol 409 (215 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1987 Chevrolet Camaro. (133 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Bristol 409 should accelerate faster than 1987 Chevrolet Camaro.
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, 1966 Bristol 409 (463 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Chevrolet Camaro. (223 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1966 Bristol 409 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Chevrolet Camaro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Bristol 409 | 1987 Chevrolet Camaro | |
| Make | Bristol | Chevrolet |
| Model | 409 | Camaro |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5211 cc | 2835 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 463 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2580 mm |
