1967 Bristol 409 vs. 2006 Dodge Durango
To start off, 2006 Dodge Durango is newer by 39 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 5 more horse power than 2006 Dodge Durango. (210 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Bristol 409 should accelerate faster than 2006 Dodge Durango. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Durango weights approximately 538 kg more than 1967 Bristol 409.
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 @ 2800 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Dodge Durango. (320 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1967 Bristol 409 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Dodge Durango.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Bristol 409 | 2006 Dodge Durango | |
| Make | Bristol | Dodge |
| Model | 409 | Durango |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5210 cc | 3704 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 463 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 2138 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 102 L |
