1965 Bristol 408 vs. 2011 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2011 Dodge Ram is newer by 46 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 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Dodge Ram (390 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 1965 Bristol 408. (215 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1965 Bristol 408. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Dodge Ram weights approximately 106 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 2011 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, 2011 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, 2011 Dodge Ram (552 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Bristol 408. (464 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2011 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Bristol 408.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Bristol 408 | 2011 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Bristol | Dodge |
| Model | 408 | Ram |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5130 cc | 5654 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 390 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 464 Nm | 552 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1691 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5790 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 |
