1961 Bristol 407 vs. 1979 Isuzu Florian
To start off, 1979 Isuzu Florian is newer by 18 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 5,130 cc (8 cylinders), 1961 Bristol 407 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Bristol 407 (215 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1979 Isuzu Florian. (97 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Bristol 407 should accelerate faster than 1979 Isuzu Florian. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Bristol 407 weights approximately 560 kg more than 1979 Isuzu Florian. 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, 1961 Bristol 407 (463 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 316 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Isuzu Florian. (147 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1961 Bristol 407 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Isuzu Florian. 1961 Bristol 407 has automatic transmission and 1979 Isuzu Florian has manual transmission. 1979 Isuzu Florian will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1961 Bristol 407 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Bristol 407 | 1979 Isuzu Florian | |
| Make | Bristol | Isuzu |
| Model | 407 | Florian |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5130 cc | 1817 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 463 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.6 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2510 mm |
