1966 Bristol 409 vs. 2004 Chrysler Town & Country
To start off, 2004 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 38 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 35 more horse power than 2004 Chrysler Town & Country. (180 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Bristol 409 should accelerate faster than 2004 Chrysler Town & Country. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 215 kg more than 1966 Bristol 409.
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, 2004 Chrysler Town & Country, 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) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chrysler Town & Country. (285 Nm). This means 1966 Bristol 409 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chrysler Town & Country.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Bristol 409 | 2004 Chrysler Town & Country | |
| Make | Bristol | Chrysler |
| Model | 409 | Town & Country |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5211 cc | 3310 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 463 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.6 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 3040 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 76 L |
