1963 Bristol 408 vs. 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 43 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, 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe (285 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1963 Bristol 408. (215 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 1963 Bristol 408. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 605 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.
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 @ 2800 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe. (401 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1963 Bristol 408 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Bristol 408 | 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe | |
Make | Bristol | Chevrolet |
Model | 408 | Tahoe |
Year Released | 1963 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5129 cc | 4802 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 285 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 463 Nm | 401 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 98.6 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 83.1 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 2190 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2950 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 98 L |