1964 Bristol 408 vs. 2007 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2007 Toyota 4Runner 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, 2007 Toyota 4Runner (260 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1964 Bristol 408. (216 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 1964 Bristol 408. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Bristol 408 weights approximately 330 kg more than 2007 Toyota 4Runner.
Because 2007 Toyota 4Runner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1964 Bristol 408. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Toyota 4Runner will offer significantly more control. 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 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota 4Runner. (415 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1964 Bristol 408 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota 4Runner.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Bristol 408 | 2007 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | Bristol | Toyota |
| Model | 408 | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5130 cc | 4664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 216 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 463 Nm | 415 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 | 9.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 87 L |
