1967 Bristol 409 vs. 2007 Chevrolet HHR
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet HHR is newer by 40 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 40 more horse power than 2007 Chevrolet HHR. (175 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Bristol 409 should accelerate faster than 2007 Chevrolet HHR.
Because 1967 Bristol 409 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1967 Bristol 409. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet HHR, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 239 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chevrolet HHR. (224 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1967 Bristol 409 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chevrolet HHR.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Bristol 409 | 2007 Chevrolet HHR | |
| Make | Bristol | Chevrolet |
| Model | 409 | HHR |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5210 cc | 2397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 463 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.6 mm | 87.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 97.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2630 mm |
