1966 Bristol 409 vs. 2011 Porsche 911
To start off, 2011 Porsche 911 is newer by 45 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, 2011 Porsche 911 (385 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 1966 Bristol 409. (215 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1966 Bristol 409. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Bristol 409 weights approximately 95 kg more than 2011 Porsche 911.
Because 2011 Porsche 911 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Bristol 409. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Porsche 911 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 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Porsche 911. (420 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1966 Bristol 409 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Porsche 911. 1966 Bristol 409 has automatic transmission and 2011 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 2011 Porsche 911 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 | 2011 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Bristol | Porsche |
| Model | 409 | 911 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5211 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 463 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 67 L |
