1966 Bristol 409 vs. 2005 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2005 Toyota Sienna 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, 2005 Toyota Sienna (230 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1966 Bristol 409. (215 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 1966 Bristol 409. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 355 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 2005 Toyota Sienna 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, 2005 Toyota Sienna 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) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Sienna. (328 Nm). This means 1966 Bristol 409 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Sienna.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Bristol 409 | 2005 Toyota Sienna | |
| Make | Bristol | Toyota |
| Model | 409 | Sienna |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5211 cc | 3298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 463 Nm | 328 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 3040 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 76 L |
