1963 Bristol 408 vs. 1997 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 1997 SsangYong Korando is newer by 34 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, 1997 SsangYong Korando (216 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1963 Bristol 408. (215 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 1963 Bristol 408. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 365 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 1997 SsangYong Korando 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, 1997 SsangYong Korando 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 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 SsangYong Korando. (307 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1963 Bristol 408 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 SsangYong Korando.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Bristol 408 | 1997 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Bristol | SsangYong |
| Model | 408 | Korando |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5129 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 216 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 463 Nm | 307 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.6 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1850 mm |
