1964 Bristol 408 vs. 1979 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 1979 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 15 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 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Bristol 408 (216 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1979 Chevrolet Camaro. (165 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Bristol 408 should accelerate faster than 1979 Chevrolet Camaro.
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 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Chevrolet Camaro. (358 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1964 Bristol 408 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Chevrolet Camaro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Bristol 408 | 1979 Chevrolet Camaro | |
| Make | Bristol | Chevrolet |
| Model | 408 | Camaro |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5130 cc | 5735 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 216 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 463 Nm | 358 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2760 mm |
