1964 Bristol 408 vs. 1963 Steyr 500D
To start off, 1964 Bristol 408 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Steyr 500D. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Steyr 500D would be higher. At 5,130 cc (8 cylinders), 1964 Bristol 408 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Bristol 408 (216 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 1963 Steyr 500D. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Bristol 408 should accelerate faster than 1963 Steyr 500D. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Bristol 408 weights approximately 1105 kg more than 1963 Steyr 500D. 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, 1964 Bristol 408 (463 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 431 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Steyr 500D. (32 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1964 Bristol 408 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Steyr 500D. 1964 Bristol 408 has automatic transmission and 1963 Steyr 500D has manual transmission. 1963 Steyr 500D will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1964 Bristol 408 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Bristol 408 | 1963 Steyr 500D | |
| Make | Bristol | Steyr |
| Model | 408 | 500D |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1963 |
| Engine Size | 5130 cc | 489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 216 HP | 19 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 463 Nm | 32 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 2970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 1850 mm |
