2002 Bentley State Limousine vs. 1963 Bristol 408
To start off, 2002 Bentley State Limousine is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Bristol 408. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Bristol 408 would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Bentley State Limousine is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Bentley State Limousine (400 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 1963 Bristol 408. (215 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Bentley State Limousine should accelerate faster than 1963 Bristol 408. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Bentley State Limousine weights approximately 1805 kg more than 1963 Bristol 408. 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, 2002 Bentley State Limousine (835 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 372 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Bristol 408. (463 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2002 Bentley State Limousine will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Bristol 408.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Bentley State Limousine | 1963 Bristol 408 | |
Make | Bentley | Bristol |
Model | State Limousine | 408 |
Year Released | 2002 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6750 cc | 5129 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 400 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 835 Nm | 463 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 104.1 mm | 98.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 84.1 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 3390 kg | 1585 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6230 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3850 mm | 2910 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 72 L |