1965 Bristol 408 vs. 2005 Ford F-350
To start off, 2005 Ford F-350 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford F-350 (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1965 Bristol 408. (215 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 1965 Bristol 408. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Bristol 408 weights approximately 335 kg more than 2005 Ford F-350.
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, 2005 Ford F-350 (495 Nm) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Bristol 408. (464 Nm). This means 2005 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Bristol 408.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Bristol 408 | 2005 Ford F-350 | |
| Make | Bristol | Ford |
| Model | 408 | F-350 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5130 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 464 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.6 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 106 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1970 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 3610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 110 L |
