1963 Bristol 408 vs. 2000 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2000 Volkswagen Sharan 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, 1963 Bristol 408 (215 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2000 Volkswagen Sharan. (149 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Bristol 408 should accelerate faster than 2000 Volkswagen Sharan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 85 kg more than 1963 Bristol 408.
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, 2000 Volkswagen Sharan, 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 243 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Volkswagen Sharan. (220 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1963 Bristol 408 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Volkswagen Sharan.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Bristol 408 | 2000 Volkswagen Sharan | |
Make | Bristol | Volkswagen |
Model | 408 | Sharan |
Year Released | 1963 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5129 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 149 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 463 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 98.6 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1670 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 70 L |