1964 Bristol 408 vs. 2007 Tata Indigo
To start off, 2007 Tata Indigo 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 5,130 cc (8 cylinders), 1964 Bristol 408 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Bristol 408 (216 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 2007 Tata Indigo. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Bristol 408 should accelerate faster than 2007 Tata Indigo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Bristol 408 weights approximately 445 kg more than 2007 Tata Indigo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1964 Bristol 408 (463 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 348 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Tata Indigo. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1964 Bristol 408 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Tata Indigo. 1964 Bristol 408 has automatic transmission and 2007 Tata Indigo has manual transmission. 2007 Tata Indigo 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 | 2007 Tata Indigo | |
| Make | Bristol | Tata |
| Model | 408 | Indigo |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2007 |
| Engine Size | 5130 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 216 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 463 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.6 mm | 75.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 42 L |
