1961 Bristol 407 vs. 2009 Ford E-150
To start off, 2009 Ford E-150 is newer by 48 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, 2009 Ford E-150 (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1961 Bristol 407. (215 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford E-150 should accelerate faster than 1961 Bristol 407. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Bristol 407 weights approximately 619 kg more than 2009 Ford E-150.
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 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford E-150. (389 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1961 Bristol 407 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford E-150.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Bristol 407 | 2009 Ford E-150 | |
| Make | Bristol | Ford |
| Model | 407 | E-150 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5130 cc | 4606 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 463 Nm | 389 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 5520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 2060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 3510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 132 L |
