1966 Bristol 409 vs. 2004 Seat Toledo
To start off, 2004 Seat Toledo 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 77 more horse power than 2004 Seat Toledo. (138 HP @ 4150 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Bristol 409 should accelerate faster than 2004 Seat Toledo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Bristol 409 weights approximately 180 kg more than 2004 Seat Toledo. 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, 2004 Seat Toledo, 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 153 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Seat Toledo. (310 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1966 Bristol 409 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Seat Toledo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Bristol 409 | 2004 Seat Toledo | |
| Make | Bristol | Seat |
| Model | 409 | Toledo |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5211 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4150 RPM |
| Torque | 463 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.6 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 55 L |
