1969 Bristol 410 vs. 2007 Ford Freestar
To start off, 2007 Ford Freestar is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Bristol 410. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Bristol 410 would be higher. At 5,211 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Bristol 410 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Bristol 410 (215 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2007 Ford Freestar. (194 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Bristol 410 should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Freestar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Freestar weights approximately 255 kg more than 1969 Bristol 410.
Because 1969 Bristol 410 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 1969 Bristol 410. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Ford Freestar, 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, 1969 Bristol 410 (463 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Freestar. (331 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1969 Bristol 410 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Freestar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Bristol 410 | 2007 Ford Freestar | |
| Make | Bristol | Ford |
| Model | 410 | Freestar |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5211 cc | 3900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 194 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 463 Nm | 331 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.4 mm | 96.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 87.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 3070 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 98 L |
