1963 Bristol 408 vs. 2010 Bentley Continental GT
To start off, 2010 Bentley Continental GT is newer by 47 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 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2010 Bentley Continental GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Bentley Continental GT (600 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 385 more horse power than 1963 Bristol 408. (215 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Bentley Continental GT should accelerate faster than 1963 Bristol 408. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Bentley Continental GT weights approximately 765 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.
Because 2010 Bentley Continental GT is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Bristol 408. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Bentley Continental GT 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, 2010 Bentley Continental GT (750 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 287 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Bristol 408. (463 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2010 Bentley Continental GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Bristol 408.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Bristol 408 | 2010 Bentley Continental GT | |
| Make | Bristol | Bentley |
| Model | 408 | Continental GT |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5129 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 600 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 463 Nm | 750 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 2350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4803 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1915 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1379 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2746 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 90 L |
