1961 Bristol 407 vs. 1993 Ford Aerostar
To start off, 1993 Ford Aerostar is newer by 32 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 72 more horse power than 1993 Ford Aerostar. (143 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Bristol 407 should accelerate faster than 1993 Ford Aerostar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Bristol 407 weights approximately 175 kg more than 1993 Ford Aerostar. 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 238 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Ford Aerostar. (225 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1961 Bristol 407 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Ford Aerostar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Bristol 407 | 1993 Ford Aerostar | |
| Make | Bristol | Ford |
| Model | 407 | Aerostar |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5130 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 463 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.6 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 78.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 3030 mm |
