1963 Bristol 408 vs. 2009 Lexus LS
To start off, 2009 Lexus LS 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, 2009 Lexus LS (376 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1963 Bristol 408. (215 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 1963 Bristol 408. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lexus LS weights approximately 41 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, 2009 Lexus LS (493 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Bristol 408. (463 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Bristol 408.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Bristol 408 | 2009 Lexus LS | |
Make | Bristol | Lexus |
Model | 408 | LS |
Year Released | 1963 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5129 cc | 4608 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 376 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 463 Nm | 493 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 98.6 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
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 | 1626 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1470 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2980 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 84 L |