1963 Bristol 408 vs. 2007 Lexus GS
To start off, 2007 Lexus GS 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, 2007 Lexus GS (279 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1963 Bristol 408. (215 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lexus GS should accelerate faster than 1963 Bristol 408. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Lexus GS weights approximately 185 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 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Lexus GS. (418 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1963 Bristol 408 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Lexus GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Bristol 408 | 2007 Lexus GS | |
| Make | Bristol | Lexus |
| Model | 408 | GS |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5129 cc | 4293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 279 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 463 Nm | 418 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.6 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 203 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 71 L |
