1966 Bristol 409 vs. 2007 Toyota Avanza
To start off, 2007 Toyota Avanza is newer by 41 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 107 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Avanza. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Bristol 409 should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Avanza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Bristol 409 weights approximately 490 kg more than 2007 Toyota Avanza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1966 Bristol 409 (463 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 322 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Avanza. (141 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1966 Bristol 409 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Avanza. 1966 Bristol 409 has automatic transmission and 2007 Toyota Avanza has manual transmission. 2007 Toyota Avanza will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1966 Bristol 409 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Bristol 409 | 2007 Toyota Avanza | |
| Make | Bristol | Toyota |
| Model | 409 | Avanza |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5211 cc | 1495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 463 Nm | 141 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.6 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 91.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 45 L |
