1961 Bristol 407 vs. 2009 Kia Borrego
To start off, 2009 Kia Borrego 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 Kia Borrego (276 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1961 Bristol 407. (215 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Borrego should accelerate faster than 1961 Bristol 407. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Bristol 407 weights approximately 70 kg more than 2009 Kia Borrego.
Because 2009 Kia Borrego is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Bristol 407. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Kia Borrego will offer significantly more control. 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 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Borrego. (362 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1961 Bristol 407 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Borrego.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Bristol 407 | 2009 Kia Borrego | |
| Make | Bristol | Kia |
| Model | 407 | Borrego |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5130 cc | 3778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 463 Nm | 362 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.6 mm | 91.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 78 L |
