1967 Bristol 409 vs. 2005 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 2005 SsangYong Musso 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 67 more horse power than 2005 SsangYong Musso. (148 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Bristol 409 should accelerate faster than 2005 SsangYong Musso. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 225 kg more than 1967 Bristol 409.
Because 2005 SsangYong Musso is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Bristol 409. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 SsangYong Musso will offer significantly more control. 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 253 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 SsangYong Musso. (210 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1967 Bristol 409 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 SsangYong Musso.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Bristol 409 | 2005 SsangYong Musso | |
| Make | Bristol | SsangYong |
| Model | 409 | Musso |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5210 cc | 2295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 463 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.6 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 73 L |
