1963 Bristol 408 vs. 2000 Volkswagen AAC
To start off, 2000 Volkswagen AAC is newer by 37 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, 2000 Volkswagen AAC (309 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1963 Bristol 408. (215 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Volkswagen AAC should accelerate faster than 1963 Bristol 408. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Bristol 408 weights approximately 211 kg more than 2000 Volkswagen AAC.
Because 2000 Volkswagen AAC 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, 2000 Volkswagen AAC 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, 2000 Volkswagen AAC (765 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 302 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Bristol 408. (463 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2000 Volkswagen AAC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Bristol 408.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Bristol 408 | 2000 Volkswagen AAC | |
| Make | Bristol | Volkswagen |
| Model | 408 | AAC |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5129 cc | 4921 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 309 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 463 Nm | 765 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 203 km/hour | 199 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1374 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 3310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 55 L |
