1967 Bristol 409 vs. 2008 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2008 Kia Sorento is newer by 41 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, 2008 Kia Sorento (264 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1967 Bristol 409. (215 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1967 Bristol 409. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Sorento weights approximately 318 kg more than 1967 Bristol 409. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Kia Sorento 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, 2008 Kia Sorento 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 103 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Sorento. (360 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1967 Bristol 409 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Bristol 409 | 2008 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Bristol | Kia |
| Model | 409 | Sorento |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5210 cc | 3778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 264 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 463 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.6 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 85.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1918 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 80 L |
