1964 Bristol 408 vs. 1997 Mercury MC4
To start off, 1997 Mercury MC4 is newer by 33 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 14 more horse power than 1997 Mercury MC4. (202 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Bristol 408 should accelerate faster than 1997 Mercury MC4.
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, 1964 Bristol 408 (463 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Mercury MC4. (387 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1964 Bristol 408 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Mercury MC4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Bristol 408 | 1997 Mercury MC4 | |
| Make | Bristol | Mercury |
| Model | 408 | MC4 |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5130 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 216 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 463 Nm | 387 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
