1963 Bristol 408 vs. 1964 Triumph 2000
To start off, 1964 Triumph 2000 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Bristol 408. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Bristol 408 would be higher. At 5,129 cc (8 cylinders), 1963 Bristol 408 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Bristol 408 (215 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1964 Triumph 2000. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Bristol 408 should accelerate faster than 1964 Triumph 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Bristol 408 weights approximately 415 kg more than 1964 Triumph 2000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1963 Bristol 408 (463 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 305 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Triumph 2000. (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1963 Bristol 408 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Triumph 2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Bristol 408 | 1964 Triumph 2000 | |
| Make | Bristol | Triumph |
| Model | 408 | 2000 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5129 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 463 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.6 mm | 74.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 64 L |
