1967 Bristol 409 vs. 2005 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2005 Toyota Highlander 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 Toyota Highlander. (148 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Bristol 409 should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Highlander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 85 kg more than 1967 Bristol 409.
Because 2005 Toyota Highlander 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 Toyota Highlander 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 242 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Highlander. (221 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1967 Bristol 409 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Highlander.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Bristol 409 | 2005 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | Bristol | Toyota |
| Model | 409 | Highlander |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5210 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 463 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.6 mm | 88.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1685 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 73 L |
