1963 Bristol 408 vs. 2009 Toyota Prius
To start off, 2009 Toyota Prius 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 105 more horse power than 2009 Toyota Prius. (110 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Bristol 408 should accelerate faster than 2009 Toyota Prius. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Prius weights approximately 99 kg more than 1963 Bristol 408.
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, 2009 Toyota Prius, 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 352 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota Prius. (111 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1963 Bristol 408 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota Prius.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Bristol 408 | 2009 Toyota Prius | |
| Make | Bristol | Toyota |
| Model | 408 | Prius |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5129 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 463 Nm | 111 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1684 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 45 L |
