1961 Bristol 407 vs. 2002 Jensen SV-8
To start off, 2002 Jensen SV-8 is newer by 41 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, 2002 Jensen SV-8 (321 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1961 Bristol 407. (215 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Jensen SV-8 should accelerate faster than 1961 Bristol 407. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Bristol 407 weights approximately 285 kg more than 2002 Jensen SV-8.
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 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Jensen SV-8. (439 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 1961 Bristol 407 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Jensen SV-8. 1961 Bristol 407 has automatic transmission and 2002 Jensen SV-8 has manual transmission. 2002 Jensen SV-8 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 | 2002 Jensen SV-8 | |
| Make | Bristol | Jensen |
| Model | 407 | SV-8 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5130 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 463 Nm | 439 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2410 mm |
