1965 Bristol 408 vs. 1990 Dodge Stealth
To start off, 1990 Dodge Stealth is newer by 25 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 5,130 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 Bristol 408 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Dodge Stealth (282 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1965 Bristol 408. (215 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Dodge Stealth should accelerate faster than 1965 Bristol 408. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Dodge Stealth weights approximately 145 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 1990 Dodge Stealth 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, 1990 Dodge Stealth 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, 1965 Bristol 408 (464 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Dodge Stealth. (429 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1965 Bristol 408 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Dodge Stealth. 1965 Bristol 408 has automatic transmission and 1990 Dodge Stealth has manual transmission. 1990 Dodge Stealth will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1965 Bristol 408 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Bristol 408 | 1990 Dodge Stealth | |
| Make | Bristol | Dodge |
| Model | 408 | Stealth |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5130 cc | 2972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 464 Nm | 429 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2480 mm |
