1964 Bristol 408 vs. 1993 Toyota Bandeirante
To start off, 1993 Toyota Bandeirante 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 120 more horse power than 1993 Toyota Bandeirante. (96 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Bristol 408 should accelerate faster than 1993 Toyota Bandeirante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Toyota Bandeirante weights approximately 205 kg more than 1964 Bristol 408.
Because 1993 Toyota Bandeirante is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1964 Bristol 408. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Toyota Bandeirante will offer significantly more control. 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 218 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Toyota Bandeirante. (245 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1964 Bristol 408 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Toyota Bandeirante. 1964 Bristol 408 has automatic transmission and 1993 Toyota Bandeirante has manual transmission. 1993 Toyota Bandeirante 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 | 1993 Toyota Bandeirante | |
| Make | Bristol | Toyota |
| Model | 408 | Bandeirante |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5130 cc | 3661 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 216 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 463 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2290 mm |
