1966 Bristol 409 vs. 2003 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2003 Ford Expedition is newer by 37 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, 2003 Ford Expedition (238 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1966 Bristol 409. (215 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1966 Bristol 409. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Expedition weights approximately 760 kg more than 1966 Bristol 409. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Ford Expedition 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, 2003 Ford Expedition 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 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ford Expedition. (397 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1966 Bristol 409 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ford Expedition.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Bristol 409 | 2003 Ford Expedition | |
| Make | Bristol | Ford |
| Model | 409 | Expedition |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5211 cc | 4603 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 463 Nm | 397 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 9 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 2360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 3030 mm |
