1964 Bristol 408 vs. 2007 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Express is newer by 43 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 5,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Express (300 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1964 Bristol 408. (216 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1964 Bristol 408.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Chevrolet Express (488 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Bristol 408. (463 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Bristol 408.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Bristol 408 | 2007 Chevrolet Express | |
| Make | Bristol | Chevrolet |
| Model | 408 | Express |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5130 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 216 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 463 Nm | 488 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.6 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 12 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 2080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 3440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 117 L |
