1965 Bristol 408 vs. 1983 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 1983 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Bristol 408. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Bristol 408 would be higher. At 7,445 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Chevrolet Suburban (227 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1965 Bristol 408. (215 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1965 Bristol 408. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 745 kg more than 1965 Bristol 408. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1983 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Bristol 408. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Chevrolet Suburban 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, 1983 Chevrolet Suburban (488 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Bristol 408. (464 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1983 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Bristol 408.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Bristol 408 | 1983 Chevrolet Suburban | |
| Make | Bristol | Chevrolet |
| Model | 408 | Suburban |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5130 cc | 7445 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 464 Nm | 488 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 2330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 3300 mm |
