1964 Bristol 408 vs. 2006 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2006 Toyota Sequoia is newer by 42 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, 2006 Toyota Sequoia (273 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1964 Bristol 408. (216 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 1964 Bristol 408. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Bristol 408 weights approximately 230 kg more than 2006 Toyota Sequoia.
Because 1964 Bristol 408 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1964 Bristol 408. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Sequoia, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Sequoia. (426 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1964 Bristol 408 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Sequoia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Bristol 408 | 2006 Toyota Sequoia | |
| Make | Bristol | Toyota |
| Model | 408 | Sequoia |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5130 cc | 4671 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 216 HP | 273 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 463 Nm | 426 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.6 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 99 L |
