1967 Bristol 409 vs. 2000 Ford Escape
To start off, 2000 Ford Escape is newer by 33 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 15 more horse power than 2000 Ford Escape. (200 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Bristol 409 should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Bristol 409 weights approximately 28 kg more than 2000 Ford Escape. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Ford Escape is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Bristol 409. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Ford Escape will offer significantly more control. 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 191 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Escape. (272 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 1967 Bristol 409 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Bristol 409 | 2000 Ford Escape | |
| Make | Bristol | Ford |
| Model | 409 | Escape |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5210 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 463 Nm | 272 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.6 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1572 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 61 L |
