1961 Bristol 407 vs. 1997 TVR Griffith
To start off, 1997 TVR Griffith 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, 1997 TVR Griffith (225 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1961 Bristol 407. (215 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 TVR Griffith should accelerate faster than 1961 Bristol 407. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Bristol 407 weights approximately 523 kg more than 1997 TVR Griffith.
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 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 TVR Griffith. (373 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1961 Bristol 407 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 TVR Griffith. 1961 Bristol 407 has automatic transmission and 1997 TVR Griffith has manual transmission. 1997 TVR Griffith 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 | 1997 TVR Griffith | |
| Make | Bristol | TVR |
| Model | 407 | Griffith |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5130 cc | 3946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 463 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 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 | 1062 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 57 L |
