1965 Bristol 408 vs. 2005 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2005 Toyota 4Runner 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, 2005 Toyota 4Runner (245 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1965 Bristol 408. (215 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 1965 Bristol 408. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 250 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 2005 Toyota 4Runner. (382 Nm). This means 1965 Bristol 408 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota 4Runner.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Bristol 408 | 2005 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | Bristol | Toyota |
| Model | 408 | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5130 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 245 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 464 Nm | 382 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.6 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 95 mm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1835 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 87 L |
