1963 Bristol 408 vs. 1980 Chevrolet Caprice
To start off, 1980 Chevrolet Caprice is newer by 17 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 101 more horse power than 1980 Chevrolet Caprice. (114 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Bristol 408 should accelerate faster than 1980 Chevrolet Caprice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Bristol 408 weights approximately 5 kg more than 1980 Chevrolet Caprice. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1963 Bristol 408 (463 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Chevrolet Caprice. (237 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1963 Bristol 408 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Chevrolet Caprice.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Bristol 408 | 1980 Chevrolet Caprice | |
| Make | Bristol | Chevrolet |
| Model | 408 | Caprice |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5129 cc | 3753 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 463 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2950 mm |
