1966 Bristol 409 vs. 2000 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2000 Subaru Legacy is newer by 34 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, 2000 Subaru Legacy (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1966 Bristol 409. (215 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1966 Bristol 409. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Bristol 409 weights approximately 90 kg more than 2000 Subaru Legacy.
Because 2000 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Bristol 409. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Subaru Legacy will offer significantly more control. 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 144 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Subaru Legacy. (319 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1966 Bristol 409 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Bristol 409 | 2000 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Bristol | Subaru |
| Model | 409 | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5211 cc | 1992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 463 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.6 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 64 L |
