1964 Bristol 408 vs. 1999 Dodge Sidewinder
To start off, 1999 Dodge Sidewinder is newer by 35 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 7,990 cc (10 cylinders), 1999 Dodge Sidewinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Dodge Sidewinder (631 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 415 more horse power than 1964 Bristol 408. (216 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Dodge Sidewinder should accelerate faster than 1964 Bristol 408. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Bristol 408 weights approximately 335 kg more than 1999 Dodge Sidewinder.
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, 1999 Dodge Sidewinder (720 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 257 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Bristol 408. (463 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1999 Dodge Sidewinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Bristol 408.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Bristol 408 | 1999 Dodge Sidewinder | |
| Make | Bristol | Dodge |
| Model | 408 | Sidewinder |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5130 cc | 7990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 216 HP | 631 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 463 Nm | 720 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2850 mm |
