1961 Bristol 407 vs. 2007 Maserati GT
To start off, 2007 Maserati GT is newer by 46 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, 2007 Maserati GT (385 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 1961 Bristol 407. (215 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Maserati GT should accelerate faster than 1961 Bristol 407. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Bristol 407 weights approximately 15 kg more than 2007 Maserati GT.
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 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Maserati GT. (451 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1961 Bristol 407 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Maserati GT. 1961 Bristol 407 has automatic transmission and 2007 Maserati GT has manual transmission. 2007 Maserati GT 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 | 2007 Maserati GT | |
| Make | Bristol | Maserati |
| Model | 407 | GT |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5130 cc | 4244 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 463 Nm | 451 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.6 mm | 92.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 88 L |
