1963 Bristol 408 vs. 2010 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2010 Toyota Sienna 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 5,129 cc (8 cylinders), 1963 Bristol 408 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota Sienna (266 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1963 Bristol 408. (215 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 1963 Bristol 408. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 350 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 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, 2010 Toyota Sienna, 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 131 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Toyota Sienna. (332 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1963 Bristol 408 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Toyota Sienna.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Bristol 408 | 2010 Toyota Sienna | |
| Make | Bristol | Toyota |
| Model | 408 | Sienna |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5129 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 463 Nm | 332 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5105 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1966 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 76 L |
