1963 Bristol 408 vs. 2007 Kia Rio
To start off, 2007 Kia Rio is newer by 44 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 120 more horse power than 2007 Kia Rio. (95 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Bristol 408 should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Bristol 408 weights approximately 505 kg more than 2007 Kia Rio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2007 Kia Rio, 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 336 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Rio. (127 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 1963 Bristol 408 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Bristol 408 | 2007 Kia Rio | |
| Make | Bristol | Kia |
| Model | 408 | Rio |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5129 cc | 1399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 463 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.6 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 78.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 203 km/hour | 168 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 45 L |
