1969 Bristol 410 vs. 1982 Ferrari 208
To start off, 1982 Ferrari 208 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Bristol 410. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Bristol 410 would be higher. At 5,211 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Bristol 410 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Bristol 410 (215 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1982 Ferrari 208. (155 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Bristol 410 should accelerate faster than 1982 Ferrari 208. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Bristol 410 weights approximately 364 kg more than 1982 Ferrari 208. 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, 1969 Bristol 410 (463 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 293 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Ferrari 208. (170 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1969 Bristol 410 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Ferrari 208. 1969 Bristol 410 has automatic transmission and 1982 Ferrari 208 has manual transmission. 1982 Ferrari 208 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1969 Bristol 410 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Bristol 410 | 1982 Ferrari 208 | |
| Make | Bristol | Ferrari |
| Model | 410 | 208 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5211 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 463 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.4 mm | 66.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1236 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 74 L |
