1963 Bristol 408 vs. 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster
To start off, 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster is newer by 11 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 7,206 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster (217 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1963 Bristol 408. (215 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster should accelerate faster than 1963 Bristol 408. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster weights approximately 265 kg more than 1963 Bristol 408. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Bristol 408. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster will offer significantly more control. 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, 1963 Bristol 408 (463 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster. (447 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1963 Bristol 408 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Bristol 408 | 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster | |
| Make | Bristol | Plymouth |
| Model | 408 | Trail Duster |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5129 cc | 7206 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 463 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2700 mm |
