1963 Bristol 408 vs. 1996 Daihatsu Charade
To start off, 1996 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 33 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 1996 Daihatsu Charade. (89 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Bristol 408 should accelerate faster than 1996 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Bristol 408 weights approximately 745 kg more than 1996 Daihatsu Charade. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1963 Bristol 408 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1963 Bristol 408. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Daihatsu Charade, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 342 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Daihatsu Charade. (121 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1963 Bristol 408 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Daihatsu Charade. 1963 Bristol 408 has automatic transmission and 1996 Daihatsu Charade has manual transmission. 1996 Daihatsu Charade will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1963 Bristol 408 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Bristol 408 | 1996 Daihatsu Charade | |
| Make | Bristol | Daihatsu |
| Model | 408 | Charade |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5129 cc | 1499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 463 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2400 mm |
