1961 Bristol 407 vs. 1987 Ferrari Testarossa
To start off, 1987 Ferrari Testarossa is newer by 26 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, 1987 Ferrari Testarossa (385 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 1961 Bristol 407. (215 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ferrari Testarossa should accelerate faster than 1961 Bristol 407. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Bristol 407 weights approximately 55 kg more than 1987 Ferrari Testarossa.
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, 1987 Ferrari Testarossa (500 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Bristol 407. (463 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1987 Ferrari Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Bristol 407. 1961 Bristol 407 has automatic transmission and 1987 Ferrari Testarossa has manual transmission. 1987 Ferrari Testarossa 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 | 1987 Ferrari Testarossa | |
| Make | Bristol | Ferrari |
| Model | 407 | Testarossa |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5130 cc | 4943 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 463 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2560 mm |
