1964 Bristol 408 vs. 1996 Opel Calibra
To start off, 1996 Opel Calibra is newer by 32 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 101 more horse power than 1996 Opel Calibra. (115 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Bristol 408 should accelerate faster than 1996 Opel Calibra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Bristol 408 weights approximately 395 kg more than 1996 Opel Calibra. 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 290 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Opel Calibra. (173 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1964 Bristol 408 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Opel Calibra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Bristol 408 | 1996 Opel Calibra | |
| Make | Bristol | Opel |
| Model | 408 | Calibra |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5130 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 216 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 463 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.6 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2610 mm |
