1965 Bristol 408 vs. 2010 Luxgen Luxgen7
To start off, 2010 Luxgen Luxgen7 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, 1965 Bristol 408 (215 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2010 Luxgen Luxgen7. (173 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Bristol 408 should accelerate faster than 2010 Luxgen Luxgen7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Luxgen Luxgen7 weights approximately 245 kg more than 1965 Bristol 408.
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 Luxgen Luxgen7, 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 194 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Luxgen Luxgen7. (270 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1965 Bristol 408 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Luxgen Luxgen7.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Bristol 408 | 2010 Luxgen Luxgen7 | |
Make | Bristol | Luxgen |
Model | 408 | Luxgen7 |
Year Released | 1965 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5130 cc | 2200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 464 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automated manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4845 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1876 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1768 mm |