1967 Bristol 409 vs. 2004 Pontiac Montana
To start off, 2004 Pontiac Montana 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 30 more horse power than 2004 Pontiac Montana. (185 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Bristol 409 should accelerate faster than 2004 Pontiac Montana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Pontiac Montana weights approximately 120 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, 2004 Pontiac Montana, 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 178 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Pontiac Montana. (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1967 Bristol 409 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Pontiac Montana.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Bristol 409 | 2004 Pontiac Montana | |
| Make | Bristol | Pontiac |
| Model | 409 | Montana |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5210 cc | 3392 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 463 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.6 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 76 L |
