1965 Bristol 408 vs. 2003 Porsche 996
To start off, 2003 Porsche 996 is newer by 38 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, 2003 Porsche 996 (317 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1965 Bristol 408. (215 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Porsche 996 should accelerate faster than 1965 Bristol 408. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Bristol 408 weights approximately 100 kg more than 2003 Porsche 996.
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 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Porsche 996. (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1965 Bristol 408 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Porsche 996.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Bristol 408 | 2003 Porsche 996 | |
Make | Bristol | Porsche |
Model | 408 | 996 |
Year Released | 1965 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 5130 cc | 3596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 464 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 98.6 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 82.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1485 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2360 mm |