1967 Bristol 409 vs. 2009 Maserati Quattroporte
To start off, 2009 Maserati Quattroporte is newer by 42 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, 2009 Maserati Quattroporte (395 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 1967 Bristol 409. (215 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 1967 Bristol 409. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 356 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.
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 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Maserati Quattroporte. (451 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1967 Bristol 409 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Maserati Quattroporte.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Bristol 409 | 2009 Maserati Quattroporte | |
Make | Bristol | Maserati |
Model | 409 | Quattroporte |
Year Released | 1967 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5210 cc | 4244 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 395 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 463 Nm | 451 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 98.6 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 79.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1956 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 3070 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 90 L |