1965 Bristol 408 vs. 2011 Suzuki Equator
To start off, 2011 Suzuki Equator 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 5,130 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 Bristol 408 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Bristol 408 (215 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2011 Suzuki Equator. (150 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Bristol 408 should accelerate faster than 2011 Suzuki Equator. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Bristol 408 weights approximately 610 kg more than 2011 Suzuki Equator. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 293 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Suzuki Equator. (171 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1965 Bristol 408 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Suzuki Equator.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Bristol 408 | 2011 Suzuki Equator | |
Make | Bristol | Suzuki |
Model | 408 | Equator |
Year Released | 1965 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5130 cc | 2501 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 464 Nm | 171 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 975 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 3200 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 80 L |