1965 Bristol 408 vs. 2005 Suzuki XL7
To start off, 2005 Suzuki XL7 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 5,130 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 Bristol 408 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Bristol 408 (215 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2005 Suzuki XL7. (185 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Bristol 408 should accelerate faster than 2005 Suzuki XL7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Suzuki XL7 weights approximately 40 kg more than 1965 Bristol 408.
Let's talk about torque, 1965 Bristol 408 (464 Nm) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Suzuki XL7. (250 Nm). This means 1965 Bristol 408 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Suzuki XL7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Bristol 408 | 2005 Suzuki XL7 | |
| Make | Bristol | Suzuki |
| Model | 408 | XL7 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5130 cc | 2737 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 464 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.6 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 75 mm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 64 L |
