1964 Bristol 408 vs. 1973 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1973 Toyota Corolla is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Bristol 408. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Bristol 408 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 118 more horse power than 1973 Toyota Corolla. (98 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Bristol 408 should accelerate faster than 1973 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Bristol 408 weights approximately 730 kg more than 1973 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1964 Bristol 408 (463 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 318 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Toyota Corolla. (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1964 Bristol 408 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Bristol 408 | 1973 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Bristol | Toyota |
| Model | 408 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5130 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 216 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 463 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2340 mm |
