1964 Bristol 408 vs. 1998 Volkswagen Microbus
To start off, 1998 Volkswagen Microbus is newer by 34 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 82 more horse power than 1998 Volkswagen Microbus. (134 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Bristol 408 should accelerate faster than 1998 Volkswagen Microbus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Volkswagen Microbus weights approximately 75 kg more than 1964 Bristol 408.
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 263 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Volkswagen Microbus. (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1964 Bristol 408 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Volkswagen Microbus. 1964 Bristol 408 has automatic transmission and 1998 Volkswagen Microbus has manual transmission. 1998 Volkswagen Microbus 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 | 1998 Volkswagen Microbus | |
| Make | Bristol | Volkswagen |
| Model | 408 | Microbus |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5130 cc | 2553 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 216 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 463 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2470 mm |
