1964 Bristol 408 vs. 1988 Pontiac Grand Am
To start off, 1988 Pontiac Grand Am is newer by 24 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 53 more horse power than 1988 Pontiac Grand Am. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Bristol 408 should accelerate faster than 1988 Pontiac Grand Am. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Bristol 408 weights approximately 350 kg more than 1988 Pontiac Grand Am. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1964 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 1964 Bristol 408. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Pontiac Grand Am, 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, 1964 Bristol 408 (463 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Pontiac Grand Am. (237 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1964 Bristol 408 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Pontiac Grand Am.
Compare all specifications:
1964 Bristol 408 | 1988 Pontiac Grand Am | |
Make | Bristol | Pontiac |
Model | 408 | Grand Am |
Year Released | 1964 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5130 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 216 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 463 Nm | 237 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 98.6 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1235 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 69 L |