1966 Bristol 409 vs. 2013 Ford E-Series
To start off, 2013 Ford E-Series is newer by 47 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 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Ford E-Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford E-Series (252 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1966 Bristol 409. (215 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford E-Series should accelerate faster than 1966 Bristol 409. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford E-Series weights approximately 1230 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.
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, 2013 Ford E-Series (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Bristol 409. (463 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2013 Ford E-Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Bristol 409.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Bristol 409 | 2013 Ford E-Series | |
| Make | Bristol | Ford |
| Model | 409 | E-Series |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5211 cc | 5400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 463 Nm | 474 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.6 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.06:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 4-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 1511 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 2830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5504 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2017 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 2111 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 3505 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 150 L |
