1961 Bristol 407 vs. 2006 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2006 Porsche Boxster is newer by 45 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, 2006 Porsche Boxster (280 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1961 Bristol 407. (215 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1961 Bristol 407. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Bristol 407 weights approximately 240 kg more than 2006 Porsche Boxster.
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 143 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Porsche Boxster. (320 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1961 Bristol 407 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Porsche Boxster.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Bristol 407 | 2006 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Bristol | Porsche |
| Model | 407 | Boxster |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5130 cc | 3177 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 280 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 463 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.6 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 64 L |
