1963 Bristol 408 vs. 2011 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 48 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Silverado (315 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1963 Bristol 408. (215 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1963 Bristol 408. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 726 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, 1963 Bristol 408 (463 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Chevrolet Silverado. (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1963 Bristol 408 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Chevrolet Silverado.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Bristol 408 | 2011 Chevrolet Silverado | |
| Make | Bristol | Chevrolet |
| Model | 408 | Silverado |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5129 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 315 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 463 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 2311 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5847 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2032 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1875 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 3645 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 98 L |
