1961 Bristol 407 vs. 1997 Ford Explorer
To start off, 1997 Ford Explorer is newer by 36 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 54 more horse power than 1997 Ford Explorer. (161 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Bristol 407 should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford Explorer weights approximately 315 kg more than 1961 Bristol 407.
Let's talk about torque, 1961 Bristol 407 (463 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Ford Explorer. (311 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1961 Bristol 407 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Ford Explorer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Bristol 407 | 1997 Ford Explorer | |
| Make | Bristol | Ford |
| Model | 407 | Explorer |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5130 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 463 Nm | 311 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2840 mm |
