1963 Bristol 408 vs. 2006 Hyundai Terracan
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Terracan 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, 1963 Bristol 408 (215 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2006 Hyundai Terracan. (161 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Bristol 408 should accelerate faster than 2006 Hyundai Terracan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 577 kg more than 1963 Bristol 408.
Because 2006 Hyundai Terracan 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, 2006 Hyundai Terracan 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, 1963 Bristol 408 (463 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Hyundai Terracan. (346 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1963 Bristol 408 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Hyundai Terracan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Bristol 408 | 2006 Hyundai Terracan | |
| Make | Bristol | Hyundai |
| Model | 408 | Terracan |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5129 cc | 2902 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 463 Nm | 346 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.6 mm | 97.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 98 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 203 km/hour | 168 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 2162 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 75 L |
