1961 Aston Martin DBR2 vs. 1961 Bristol 407
To start off, both 1961 Aston Martin DBR2 and 1961 Bristol 407 were released in the same year (1961). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,130 cc (8 cylinders), 1961 Bristol 407 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Aston Martin DBR2 (311 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1961 Bristol 407. (215 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Aston Martin DBR2 should accelerate faster than 1961 Bristol 407.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Aston Martin DBR2 | 1961 Bristol 407 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Bristol |
| Model | DBR2 | 407 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4164 cc | 5130 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 311 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 81 L |
