1967 Bristol 409 vs. 2011 Tata Indica
To start off, 2011 Tata Indica is newer by 44 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 145 more horse power than 2011 Tata Indica. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Bristol 409 should accelerate faster than 2011 Tata Indica.
Let's talk about torque, 1967 Bristol 409 (463 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 328 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Tata Indica. (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1967 Bristol 409 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Tata Indica. 1967 Bristol 409 has automatic transmission and 2011 Tata Indica has manual transmission. 2011 Tata Indica will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1967 Bristol 409 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Bristol 409 | 2011 Tata Indica | |
| Make | Bristol | Tata |
| Model | 409 | Indica |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5210 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 463 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.6 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 37 L |
