1965 Bristol 408 vs. 2011 Toyota Venza
To start off, 2011 Toyota Venza 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, 2011 Toyota Venza (269 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1965 Bristol 408. (215 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Venza should accelerate faster 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, 2011 Toyota Venza, 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 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Toyota Venza. (334 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1965 Bristol 408 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Toyota Venza.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Bristol 408 | 2011 Toyota Venza | |
Make | Bristol | Toyota |
Model | 408 | Venza |
Year Released | 1965 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5130 cc | 3456 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 269 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 464 Nm | 334 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2780 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 67 L |