1967 Bristol 409 vs. 1988 Dodge Colt
To start off, 1988 Dodge Colt is newer by 21 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 82 more horse power than 1988 Dodge Colt. (133 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Bristol 409 should accelerate faster than 1988 Dodge Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Bristol 409 weights approximately 470 kg more than 1988 Dodge Colt. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 Bristol 409 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1967 Bristol 409. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Dodge Colt, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 271 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Dodge Colt. (192 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1967 Bristol 409 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Dodge Colt.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Bristol 409 | 1988 Dodge Colt | |
| Make | Bristol | Dodge |
| Model | 409 | Colt |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5210 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 463 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2400 mm |
