1961 Bristol 407 vs. 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 44 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 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser. (161 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Bristol 407 should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 430 kg more than 1961 Bristol 407.
Because 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Bristol 407. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser will offer significantly more control. 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 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser. (328 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1961 Bristol 407 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Bristol 407 | 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Bristol | Toyota |
Model | 407 | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 1961 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5130 cc | 2998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 463 Nm | 328 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 98.6 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 103 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 18.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 2015 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 87 L |