1965 Bristol 408 vs. 2001 Lincoln LS
To start off, 2001 Lincoln LS 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 5,130 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 Bristol 408 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Lincoln LS (252 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1965 Bristol 408. (215 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Lincoln LS should accelerate faster than 1965 Bristol 408. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Lincoln LS weights approximately 90 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.
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 @ 2800 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Lincoln LS. (362 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1965 Bristol 408 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Lincoln LS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Bristol 408 | 2001 Lincoln LS | |
| Make | Bristol | Lincoln |
| Model | 408 | LS |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5130 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 464 Nm | 362 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.6 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 85 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1675 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 68 L |
