1966 Bristol 409 vs. 2008 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Express is newer by 42 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 20 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Express. (195 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Bristol 409 should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 622 kg more than 1966 Bristol 409.
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 @ 2800 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Express. (354 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1966 Bristol 409 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Express.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Bristol 409 | 2008 Chevrolet Express | |
| Make | Bristol | Chevrolet |
| Model | 409 | Express |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5211 cc | 4293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 195 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 463 Nm | 354 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 2222 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 2080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 3440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 117 L |
