1967 Bristol 409 vs. 2003 Peugeot 406
To start off, 2003 Peugeot 406 is newer by 36 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 79 more horse power than 2003 Peugeot 406. (136 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Bristol 409 should accelerate faster than 2003 Peugeot 406. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Bristol 409 weights approximately 239 kg more than 2003 Peugeot 406. 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, 2003 Peugeot 406, 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 266 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Peugeot 406. (197 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1967 Bristol 409 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Peugeot 406.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Bristol 409 | 2003 Peugeot 406 | |
| Make | Bristol | Peugeot |
| Model | 409 | 406 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5210 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 463 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.6 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1361 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 70 L |
