1967 Bristol 409 vs. 1967 Pontiac GTO
To start off, both 1967 Bristol 409 and 1967 Pontiac GTO were released in the same year (1967). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 6,375 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Pontiac GTO is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Bristol 409 weights approximately 200 kg more than 1967 Pontiac GTO.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Bristol 409 | 1967 Pontiac GTO | |
| Make | Bristol | Pontiac |
| Model | 409 | GTO |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5210 cc | 6375 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 0 HP |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2930 mm |
