1965 Bristol 408 vs. 2004 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 2004 Mercury Mountaineer 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, 2004 Mercury Mountaineer (239 HP) has 24 more horse power than 1965 Bristol 408. (215 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 1965 Bristol 408. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 335 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1965 Bristol 408 (464 Nm) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mercury Mountaineer. (382 Nm). This means 1965 Bristol 408 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mercury Mountaineer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Bristol 408 | 2004 Mercury Mountaineer | |
| Make | Bristol | Mercury |
| Model | 408 | Mountaineer |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5130 cc | 4604 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 239 HP |
| Torque | 464 Nm | 382 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.6 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 90 mm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 85 L |
