1964 Bristol 408 vs. 2001 Toyota MR2
To start off, 2001 Toyota MR2 is newer by 37 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 76 more horse power than 2001 Toyota MR2. (140 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Bristol 408 should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota MR2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota MR2 weights approximately 25 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) has 293 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota MR2. (170 Nm). This means 1964 Bristol 408 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota MR2. 1964 Bristol 408 has automatic transmission and 2001 Toyota MR2 has manual transmission. 2001 Toyota MR2 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 | 2001 Toyota MR2 | |
| Make | Bristol | Toyota |
| Model | 408 | MR2 |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5130 cc | 1799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 216 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 463 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2470 mm |
