1965 Bristol 408 vs. 2009 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg 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 Volkswagen Touareg (350 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1965 Bristol 408. (215 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1965 Bristol 408. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 665 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 Volkswagen Touareg 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 Volkswagen Touareg 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 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volkswagen Touareg. (439 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1965 Bristol 408 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volkswagen Touareg.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Bristol 408 | 2009 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Bristol | Volkswagen |
| Model | 408 | Touareg |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5130 cc | 4172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 464 Nm | 439 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.6 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 2250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 100 L |
