1966 Bristol 409 vs. 2000 Volkswagen AAC
To start off, 2000 Volkswagen AAC 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 Volkswagen AAC (309 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1966 Bristol 409. (215 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Volkswagen AAC should accelerate faster than 1966 Bristol 409. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Bristol 409 weights approximately 226 kg more than 2000 Volkswagen AAC.
Because 2000 Volkswagen AAC 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 Volkswagen AAC 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, 2000 Volkswagen AAC (765 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 302 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Bristol 409. (463 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2000 Volkswagen AAC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Bristol 409.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Bristol 409 | 2000 Volkswagen AAC | |
| Make | Bristol | Volkswagen |
| Model | 409 | AAC |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5211 cc | 4921 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 309 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 463 Nm | 765 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1374 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 3310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 55 L |
