1967 Bristol 409 vs. 2005 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2005 Ford Mustang is newer by 38 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 13 more horse power than 2005 Ford Mustang. (202 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Bristol 409 should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Bristol 409 weights approximately 103 kg more than 2005 Ford Mustang. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1967 Bristol 409 (463 Nm) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Mustang. (326 Nm). This means 1967 Bristol 409 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Bristol 409 | 2005 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Bristol | Ford |
| Model | 409 | Mustang |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5210 cc | 4015 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 463 Nm | 326 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.6 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1497 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 61 L |
