1961 Bristol 407 vs. 1967 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 1967 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Bristol 407. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Bristol 407 would be higher. At 5,354 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Chevrolet Camaro (276 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1961 Bristol 407. (215 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1961 Bristol 407. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Bristol 407 weights approximately 270 kg more than 1967 Chevrolet Camaro.
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, 1967 Chevrolet Camaro (481 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Bristol 407. (463 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1967 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Bristol 407.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Bristol 407 | 1967 Chevrolet Camaro | |
Make | Bristol | Chevrolet |
Model | 407 | Camaro |
Year Released | 1961 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5130 cc | 5354 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 463 Nm | 481 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 98.6 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 82.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1315 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 76 L |