1966 Bristol 409 vs. 2002 Holden Zafira
To start off, 2002 Holden Zafira is newer by 36 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 70 more horse power than 2002 Holden Zafira. (145 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Bristol 409 should accelerate faster than 2002 Holden Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Bristol 409 weights approximately 140 kg more than 2002 Holden Zafira. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1966 Bristol 409 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1966 Bristol 409. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Holden Zafira, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 260 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Holden Zafira. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1966 Bristol 409 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Holden Zafira.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Bristol 409 | 2002 Holden Zafira | |
| Make | Bristol | Holden |
| Model | 409 | Zafira |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5211 cc | 2197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 463 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2700 mm |
