1964 Bristol 408 vs. 1993 Rover 100
To start off, 1993 Rover 100 is newer by 29 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 114 more horse power than 1993 Rover 100. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Bristol 408 should accelerate faster than 1993 Rover 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Bristol 408 weights approximately 715 kg more than 1993 Rover 100. 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 328 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Rover 100. (135 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1964 Bristol 408 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Rover 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Bristol 408 | 1993 Rover 100 | |
| Make | Bristol | Rover |
| Model | 408 | 100 |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5130 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 216 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 463 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.6 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1380 mm |
