1965 Bristol 408 vs. 2009 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Polo 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, 1965 Bristol 408 (215 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen Polo. (104 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Bristol 408 should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Bristol 408 weights approximately 338 kg more than 2009 Volkswagen Polo. 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, 2009 Volkswagen Polo, 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, 1965 Bristol 408 (464 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 311 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volkswagen Polo. (153 Nm @ 300 RPM). This means 1965 Bristol 408 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Bristol 408 | 2009 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Bristol | Volkswagen |
| Model | 408 | Polo |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5130 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 464 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1247 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 45 L |
