1965 Bristol 408 vs. 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser 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 Toyota Land Cruiser (241 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1965 Bristol 408. (215 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1965 Bristol 408. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 450 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 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser 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 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser. (376 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1965 Bristol 408 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Bristol 408 | 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Bristol | Toyota |
Model | 408 | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 1965 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5130 cc | 3956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 241 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 464 Nm | 376 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 98.6 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 95 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 2035 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 97 L |