1964 Bristol 408 vs. 2005 TVR T 350
To start off, 2005 TVR T 350 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 TVR T 350 (345 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1964 Bristol 408. (216 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 TVR T 350 should accelerate faster than 1964 Bristol 408. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Bristol 408 weights approximately 355 kg more than 2005 TVR T 350.
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 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 TVR T 350. (391 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1964 Bristol 408 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 TVR T 350. 1964 Bristol 408 has automatic transmission and 2005 TVR T 350 has manual transmission. 2005 TVR T 350 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 | 2005 TVR T 350 | |
| Make | Bristol | TVR |
| Model | 408 | T 350 |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5130 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 216 HP | 345 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 463 Nm | 391 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 65 L |
