1966 Bristol 409 vs. 2005 Ford F-150
To start off, 2005 Ford F-150 is newer by 39 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 18 more horse power than 2005 Ford F-150. (197 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Bristol 409 should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford F-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Bristol 409 weights approximately 350 kg more than 2005 Ford F-150. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford F-150. (325 Nm). This means 1966 Bristol 409 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford F-150.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Bristol 409 | 2005 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Bristol | Ford |
| Model | 409 | F-150 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5211 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 463 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.6 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 3070 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 98 L |
