1966 Bristol 409 vs. 2013 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2013 GMC Yukon 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 GMC Yukon (316 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1966 Bristol 409. (215 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 1966 Bristol 409. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 GMC Yukon weights approximately 973 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, 1966 Bristol 409 (463 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 GMC Yukon. (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1966 Bristol 409 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 GMC Yukon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Bristol 409 | 2013 GMC Yukon | |
| Make | Bristol | GMC |
| Model | 409 | Yukon |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5211 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 316 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 463 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.6 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 2573 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5649 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2009 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 3302 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 119 L |
