1966 Bristol 409 vs. 2009 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2009 Mazda Tribute is newer by 43 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 15 more horse power than 2009 Mazda Tribute. (200 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Bristol 409 should accelerate faster than 2009 Mazda Tribute. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 53 kg more than 1966 Bristol 409.
Because 2009 Mazda Tribute 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, 2009 Mazda Tribute 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 @ 2800 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda Tribute. (262 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 1966 Bristol 409 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda Tribute.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Bristol 409 | 2009 Mazda Tribute | |
| Make | Bristol | Mazda |
| Model | 409 | Tribute |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5211 cc | 2966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 463 Nm | 262 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4850 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.6 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1653 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 61 L |
