1967 Bristol 409 vs. 2004 Ford Taurus
To start off, 2004 Ford Taurus is newer by 37 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 62 more horse power than 2004 Ford Taurus. (153 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Bristol 409 should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Taurus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Bristol 409 weights approximately 15 kg more than 2004 Ford Taurus. 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, 2004 Ford Taurus, 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 212 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Taurus. (251 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 1967 Bristol 409 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Taurus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Bristol 409 | 2004 Ford Taurus | |
| Make | Bristol | Ford |
| Model | 409 | Taurus |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5210 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 463 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 68 L |
