1965 Bristol 408 vs. 2009 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2009 Dodge Ram is newer by 44 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, 2009 Dodge Ram (310 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1965 Bristol 408. (215 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1965 Bristol 408. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Ram weights approximately 952 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 2009 Dodge Ram 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, 2009 Dodge Ram 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 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dodge Ram. (448 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 1965 Bristol 408 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dodge Ram.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Bristol 408 | 2009 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Bristol | Dodge |
| Model | 408 | Ram |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5130 cc | 4701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5650 RPM |
| Torque | 464 Nm | 448 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 2537 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 3560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 98 L |
