1967 Bristol 409 vs. 1995 Ford Escort
To start off, 1995 Ford Escort is newer by 28 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 145 more horse power than 1995 Ford Escort. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Bristol 409 should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Bristol 409 weights approximately 465 kg more than 1995 Ford Escort. 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, 1995 Ford Escort, 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 330 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Escort. (133 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1967 Bristol 409 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Escort. 1967 Bristol 409 has automatic transmission and 1995 Ford Escort has manual transmission. 1995 Ford Escort will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1967 Bristol 409 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Bristol 409 | 1995 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Bristol | Ford |
| Model | 409 | Escort |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5210 cc | 1753 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 463 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.6 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1390 mm |
