1965 Bristol 408 vs. 2013 Chevrolet Traverse
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Traverse is newer by 48 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, 2013 Chevrolet Traverse (277 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1965 Bristol 408. (215 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Traverse should accelerate faster than 1965 Bristol 408. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Traverse weights approximately 663 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 2013 Chevrolet Traverse is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Bristol 408. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Traverse 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, 1965 Bristol 408 (464 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Chevrolet Traverse. (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1965 Bristol 408 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Chevrolet Traverse.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Bristol 408 | 2013 Chevrolet Traverse | |
| Make | Bristol | Chevrolet |
| Model | 408 | Traverse |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5130 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 277 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 464 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.6 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 85 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 2248 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5173 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1991 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1846 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 3020 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 83 L |
