1966 Bristol 409 vs. 2001 GMC Safari
To start off, 2001 GMC Safari is newer by 35 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 28 more horse power than 2001 GMC Safari. (187 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Bristol 409 should accelerate faster than 2001 GMC Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 GMC Safari weights approximately 355 kg more than 1966 Bristol 409.
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 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 GMC Safari. (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1966 Bristol 409 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 GMC Safari.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Bristol 409 | 2001 GMC Safari | |
Make | Bristol | GMC |
Model | 409 | Safari |
Year Released | 1966 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5211 cc | 4293 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 463 Nm | 338 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 98.6 mm | 102 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1955 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 98 L |