1964 Bristol 408 vs. 2005 Lexus SC
To start off, 2005 Lexus SC is newer by 41 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, 2005 Lexus SC (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1964 Bristol 408. (216 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lexus SC should accelerate faster than 1964 Bristol 408. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lexus SC weights approximately 157 kg more than 1964 Bristol 408. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lexus SC. (442 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1964 Bristol 408 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lexus SC.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Bristol 408 | 2005 Lexus SC | |
| Make | Bristol | Lexus |
| Model | 408 | SC |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5130 cc | 4277 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 216 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 463 Nm | 442 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.6 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1742 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 75 L |
