1965 Bristol 408 vs. 2010 Ford Taurus
To start off, 2010 Ford Taurus is newer by 45 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, 2010 Ford Taurus (263 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1965 Bristol 408. (215 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 1965 Bristol 408. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Taurus weights approximately 236 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 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, 2010 Ford Taurus, 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 127 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford Taurus. (337 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1965 Bristol 408 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford Taurus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Bristol 408 | 2010 Ford Taurus | |
| Make | Bristol | Ford |
| Model | 408 | Taurus |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5130 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 263 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 464 Nm | 337 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1821 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5154 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1935 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1542 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2868 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 72 L |
