1965 Bristol 408 vs. 2002 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2002 SsangYong Korando is newer by 37 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, 1965 Bristol 408 (215 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2002 SsangYong Korando. (210 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Bristol 408 should accelerate faster than 2002 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 280 kg more than 1965 Bristol 408.
Because 2002 SsangYong Korando 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, 2002 SsangYong Korando 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 146 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 SsangYong Korando. (318 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1965 Bristol 408 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 SsangYong Korando.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Bristol 408 | 2002 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Bristol | SsangYong |
| Model | 408 | Korando |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5130 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 464 Nm | 318 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.6 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 70 L |
