1965 Bristol 408 vs. 2005 Dodge Magnum
To start off, 2005 Dodge Magnum is newer by 40 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 5,900 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Magnum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Bristol 408 (215 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2005 Dodge Magnum. (195 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Bristol 408 should accelerate faster than 2005 Dodge Magnum. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Magnum weights approximately 146 kg more than 1965 Bristol 408.
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 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Dodge Magnum. (379 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1965 Bristol 408 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Dodge Magnum.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Bristol 408 | 2005 Dodge Magnum | |
| Make | Bristol | Dodge |
| Model | 408 | Magnum |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5130 cc | 5900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 195 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 464 Nm | 379 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.6 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 90.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1731 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2930 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 80 L |
