2004 Bristol Fighter vs. 1967 Bristol 409
To start off, 2004 Bristol Fighter is newer by 37 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 7,994 cc (10 cylinders), 2004 Bristol Fighter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Bristol Fighter (660 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 445 more horse power than 1967 Bristol 409. (215 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Bristol Fighter should accelerate faster than 1967 Bristol 409. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Bristol 409 weights approximately 60 kg more than 2004 Bristol Fighter.
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, 2004 Bristol Fighter (787 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 324 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Bristol 409. (463 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2004 Bristol Fighter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Bristol 409. 1967 Bristol 409 has automatic transmission and 2004 Bristol Fighter has manual transmission. 2004 Bristol Fighter 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:
2004 Bristol Fighter | 1967 Bristol 409 | |
Make | Bristol | Bristol |
Model | Fighter | 409 |
Year Released | 2004 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7994 cc | 5210 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 660 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 787 Nm | 463 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 98.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 98.6 mm | 84.1 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1600 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2910 mm |