1967 Bristol 409 vs. 2001 Chrysler Viper
To start off, 2001 Chrysler Viper is newer by 34 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 7,986 cc (10 cylinders), 2001 Chrysler Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Chrysler Viper (389 HP @ 5150 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 1967 Bristol 409. (215 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chrysler Viper should accelerate faster than 1967 Bristol 409. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Bristol 409 weights approximately 10 kg more than 2001 Chrysler Viper.
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, 2001 Chrysler Viper (620 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Bristol 409. (463 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2001 Chrysler Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Bristol 409. 1967 Bristol 409 has automatic transmission and 2001 Chrysler Viper has manual transmission. 2001 Chrysler Viper 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 | 2001 Chrysler Viper | |
| Make | Bristol | Chrysler |
| Model | 409 | Viper |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5210 cc | 7986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 389 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5150 RPM |
| Torque | 463 Nm | 620 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2450 mm |
