1967 Bristol 409 vs. 2006 Ford F-150
To start off, 2006 Ford F-150 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 12 more horse power than 2006 Ford F-150. (203 HP @ 4350 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Bristol 409 should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford F-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford F-150 weights approximately 1256 kg more than 1967 Bristol 409.
Because 2006 Ford F-150 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, 2006 Ford F-150 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 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford F-150. (353 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1967 Bristol 409 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford F-150.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Bristol 409 | 2006 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Bristol | Ford |
| Model | 409 | F-150 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5210 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 203 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4350 RPM |
| Torque | 463 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 2856 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 98 L |
