1964 Bristol 408 vs. 1987 Ferrari F40
To start off, 1987 Ferrari F40 is newer by 23 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, 1987 Ferrari F40 (472 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 256 more horse power than 1964 Bristol 408. (216 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ferrari F40 should accelerate faster than 1964 Bristol 408. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Bristol 408 weights approximately 481 kg more than 1987 Ferrari F40.
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, 1987 Ferrari F40 (575 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Bristol 408. (463 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1987 Ferrari F40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Bristol 408. 1964 Bristol 408 has automatic transmission and 1987 Ferrari F40 has manual transmission. 1987 Ferrari F40 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 | 1987 Ferrari F40 | |
| Make | Bristol | Ferrari |
| Model | 408 | F40 |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5130 cc | 2936 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 216 HP | 472 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 463 Nm | 575 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.6 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 69.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 7.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1104 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 120 L |
