1965 Bristol 408 vs. 2007 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Express is newer by 42 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, 2007 Chevrolet Express (285 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1965 Bristol 408. (215 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1965 Bristol 408. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Bristol 408 weights approximately 507 kg more than 2007 Chevrolet Express.
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, 1965 Bristol 408 (464 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chevrolet Express. (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1965 Bristol 408 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chevrolet Express.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Bristol 408 | 2007 Chevrolet Express | |
Make | Bristol | Chevrolet |
Model | 408 | Express |
Year Released | 1965 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5130 cc | 4802 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 285 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 464 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 98.6 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 83.1 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1078 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 2080 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 3440 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 117 L |