1963 Bristol 408 vs. 2003 Ford Taurus
To start off, 2003 Ford Taurus is newer by 40 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 60 more horse power than 2003 Ford Taurus. (155 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Bristol 408 should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford Taurus.
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, 2003 Ford Taurus, 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 219 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ford Taurus. (244 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 1963 Bristol 408 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ford Taurus.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Bristol 408 | 2003 Ford Taurus | |
Make | Bristol | Ford |
Model | 408 | Taurus |
Year Released | 1963 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5129 cc | 2967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 155 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 463 Nm | 244 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3950 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 98.6 mm | 88.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 78.7 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1585 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 68 L |