1965 Bristol 408 vs. 2000 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2000 Chevrolet Express is newer by 35 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Bristol 408 weights approximately 398 kg more than 2000 Chevrolet Express.
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, 1965 Bristol 408 (464 Nm) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Chevrolet Express. (408 Nm). This means 1965 Bristol 408 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Chevrolet Express.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Bristol 408 | 2000 Chevrolet Express | |
| Make | Bristol | Chevrolet |
| Model | 408 | Express |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5130 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 464 Nm | 408 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 15 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1187 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 6210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 2090 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 3940 mm |
