1967 Bristol 409 vs. 1983 Opel Senator
To start off, 1983 Opel Senator is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Bristol 409. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Bristol 409 would be higher. At 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Bristol 409 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Bristol 409 (215 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1983 Opel Senator. (134 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Bristol 409 should accelerate faster than 1983 Opel Senator. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Bristol 409 weights approximately 226 kg more than 1983 Opel Senator. 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, 1967 Bristol 409 (463 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 274 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Opel Senator. (189 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1967 Bristol 409 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Opel Senator.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Bristol 409 | 1983 Opel Senator | |
Make | Bristol | Opel |
Model | 409 | Senator |
Year Released | 1967 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5210 cc | 2490 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 463 Nm | 189 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 98.6 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 69.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1374 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 40 L |