1965 Bristol 408 vs. 2006 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2006 Ford Expedition is newer by 41 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), 2006 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Expedition (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1965 Bristol 408. (215 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1965 Bristol 408. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Expedition weights approximately 130 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.
Because 1965 Bristol 408 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1965 Bristol 408. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford Expedition, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2006 Ford Expedition (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Bristol 408. (464 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Bristol 408.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Bristol 408 | 2006 Ford Expedition | |
| Make | Bristol | Ford |
| Model | 408 | Expedition |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2006 |
| 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 | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 464 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.6 mm | 90.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 106 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 9 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 106 L |
