1965 Bristol 408 vs. 2001 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 2001 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 36 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 5,327 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Chevrolet Suburban (282 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1965 Bristol 408. (215 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1965 Bristol 408. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 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 2001 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, 2001 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, 1965 Bristol 408 (464 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Chevrolet Suburban. (442 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1965 Bristol 408 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Chevrolet Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Bristol 408 | 2001 Chevrolet Suburban | |
| Make | Bristol | Chevrolet |
| Model | 408 | Suburban |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5130 cc | 5327 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 464 Nm | 442 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.6 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 9 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 2330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 3310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 117 L |
