1964 Bristol 408 vs. 2011 Dodge Durango
To start off, 2011 Dodge Durango is newer by 47 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Dodge Durango (360 HP @ 5150 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1964 Bristol 408. (216 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 1964 Bristol 408. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Dodge Durango weights approximately 743 kg more than 1964 Bristol 408. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2011 Dodge Durango (528 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Bristol 408. (463 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2011 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Bristol 408.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Bristol 408 | 2011 Dodge Durango | |
| Make | Bristol | Dodge |
| Model | 408 | Durango |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5130 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 216 HP | 360 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5150 RPM |
| Torque | 463 Nm | 528 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 2328 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5075 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1925 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 3043 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 93 L |
