1999 AC Cobra vs. 1964 Bristol 408
To start off, 1999 AC Cobra is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Bristol 408. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Bristol 408 would be higher. At 5,130 cc (8 cylinders), 1964 Bristol 408 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 AC Cobra (222 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1964 Bristol 408. (216 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1964 Bristol 408. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Bristol 408 weights approximately 560 kg more than 1999 AC Cobra.
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, 1999 AC Cobra (522 Nm) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Bristol 408. (463 Nm). This means 1999 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Bristol 408. 1964 Bristol 408 has automatic transmission and 1999 AC Cobra has manual transmission. 1999 AC Cobra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1964 Bristol 408 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 AC Cobra | 1964 Bristol 408 | |
| Make | AC | Bristol |
| Model | Cobra | 408 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4941 cc | 5130 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 222 HP | 216 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 522 Nm | 463 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 98.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 81 L |
