1963 Bristol 408 vs. 2011 Volkswagen Eos
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Eos 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 5,129 cc (8 cylinders), 1963 Bristol 408 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Bristol 408 (215 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2011 Volkswagen Eos. (138 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Bristol 408 should accelerate faster than 2011 Volkswagen Eos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Eos weights approximately 7 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, 2011 Volkswagen Eos, 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 143 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Volkswagen Eos. (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1963 Bristol 408 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Volkswagen Eos.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Bristol 408 | 2011 Volkswagen Eos | |
| Make | Bristol | Volkswagen |
| Model | 408 | Eos |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5129 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 463 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 203 km/hour | 206 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automated manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1592 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4423 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1791 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1444 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2578 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 55 L |
