1963 Bristol 408 vs. 2001 Toyota FXS
To start off, 2001 Toyota FXS is newer by 38 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 27 more horse power than 2001 Toyota FXS. (188 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Bristol 408 should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota FXS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Bristol 408 weights approximately 285 kg more than 2001 Toyota FXS. 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) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota FXS. (280 Nm). This means 1963 Bristol 408 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota FXS. 1963 Bristol 408 has automatic transmission and 2001 Toyota FXS has manual transmission. 2001 Toyota FXS 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 | 2001 Toyota FXS | |
| Make | Bristol | Toyota |
| Model | 408 | FXS |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5129 cc | 4292 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 188 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 463 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.6 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 45 L |
