1963 Bristol 408 vs. 2009 Ford Escape
To start off, 2009 Ford Escape is newer by 46 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 43 more horse power than 2009 Ford Escape. (172 HP @ 6550 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Bristol 408 should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Bristol 408 weights approximately 563 kg more than 2009 Ford Escape. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Ford Escape 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, 2009 Ford Escape 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 161 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Escape. (302 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1963 Bristol 408 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Bristol 408 | 2009 Ford Escape | |
| Make | Bristol | Ford |
| Model | 408 | Escape |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5129 cc | 2976 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6550 RPM |
| Torque | 463 Nm | 302 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.6 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1022 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 62 L |
