1965 Bristol 408 vs. 2006 GMC Envoy
To start off, 2006 GMC Envoy 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 5,130 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 Bristol 408 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 GMC Envoy (291 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1965 Bristol 408. (215 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 1965 Bristol 408. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Envoy weights approximately 850 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 2006 GMC Envoy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Bristol 408. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 GMC Envoy will offer significantly more control. 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 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 GMC Envoy. (376 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1965 Bristol 408 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 GMC Envoy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Bristol 408 | 2006 GMC Envoy | |
| Make | Bristol | GMC |
| Model | 408 | Envoy |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5130 cc | 4163 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 291 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 464 Nm | 376 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 2435 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 83 L |
