1965 Bristol 408 vs. 2000 Ford Excursion
To start off, 2000 Ford Excursion 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 6,801 cc (10 cylinders), 2000 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Excursion (306 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1965 Bristol 408. (215 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 1965 Bristol 408. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1655 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 2000 Ford Excursion 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, 2000 Ford Excursion 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, 2000 Ford Excursion (575 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Bristol 408. (464 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Bristol 408.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Bristol 408 | 2000 Ford Excursion | |
Make | Bristol | Ford |
Model | 408 | Excursion |
Year Released | 1965 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5130 cc | 6801 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 306 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 464 Nm | 575 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 98.6 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 106 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 3240 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 2030 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 3490 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 167 L |