1969 Bristol 410 vs. 2009 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Express is newer by 40 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 5,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Express (319 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1969 Bristol 410. (215 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1969 Bristol 410. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Bristol 410 weights approximately 340 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Express.
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, 2009 Chevrolet Express (498 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Bristol 410. (463 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Bristol 410.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Bristol 410 | 2009 Chevrolet Express | |
Make | Bristol | Chevrolet |
Model | 410 | Express |
Year Released | 1969 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5211 cc | 5998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 319 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 463 Nm | 498 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 12 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1260 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 2080 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 3440 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 117 L |