1965 Bristol 408 vs. 2004 Dodge Sprinter
To start off, 2004 Dodge Sprinter is newer by 39 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 61 more horse power than 2004 Dodge Sprinter. (154 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Bristol 408 should accelerate faster than 2004 Dodge Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Sprinter weights approximately 618 kg more than 1965 Bristol 408.
Let's talk about torque, 1965 Bristol 408 (464 Nm) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Dodge Sprinter. (330 Nm). This means 1965 Bristol 408 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Dodge Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Bristol 408 | 2004 Dodge Sprinter | |
| Make | Bristol | Dodge |
| Model | 408 | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5130 cc | 2688 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 464 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.6 mm | 88.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 88 mm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 2203 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 2380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 98 L |
