1961 Bristol 407 vs. 2007 Nissan 350Z
To start off, 2007 Nissan 350Z 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 Nissan 350Z (306 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1961 Bristol 407. (215 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan 350Z should accelerate faster than 1961 Bristol 407. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Bristol 407 weights approximately 45 kg more than 2007 Nissan 350Z.
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 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan 350Z. (364 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1961 Bristol 407 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan 350Z. 1961 Bristol 407 has automatic transmission and 2007 Nissan 350Z has manual transmission. 2007 Nissan 350Z 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 Nissan 350Z | |
Make | Bristol | Nissan |
Model | 407 | 350Z |
Year Released | 1961 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5130 cc | 3498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 306 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 463 Nm | 364 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 98.6 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 81 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
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 | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 76 L |