1967 Bristol 409 vs. 1996 Seat Alhambra
To start off, 1996 Seat Alhambra is newer by 29 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 101 more horse power than 1996 Seat Alhambra. (114 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Bristol 409 should accelerate faster than 1996 Seat Alhambra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 175 kg more than 1967 Bristol 409.
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, 1996 Seat Alhambra, 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 293 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Seat Alhambra. (170 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1967 Bristol 409 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Seat Alhambra. 1967 Bristol 409 has automatic transmission and 1996 Seat Alhambra has manual transmission. 1996 Seat Alhambra 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 | 1996 Seat Alhambra | |
Make | Bristol | Seat |
Model | 409 | Alhambra |
Year Released | 1967 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5210 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 463 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1775 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2830 mm |