1961 Bristol 407 vs. 2008 Kia Sedona
To start off, 2008 Kia Sedona is newer by 47 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. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Sedona weights approximately 405 kg more than 1961 Bristol 407.
Because 1961 Bristol 407 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1961 Bristol 407. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sedona, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 239 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Sedona. (224 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1961 Bristol 407 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Sedona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Bristol 407 | 2008 Kia Sedona | |
| Make | Bristol | Kia |
| Model | 407 | Sedona |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5130 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 463 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.6 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 75 L |
