1961 Bristol 407 vs. 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport 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 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (297 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1961 Bristol 407. (215 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport should accelerate faster than 1961 Bristol 407. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport weights approximately 1123 kg more than 1961 Bristol 407. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport 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 Land Rover Range Rover Sport 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 148 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport. (315 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1961 Bristol 407 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Bristol 407 | 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport | |
Make | Bristol | Land Rover |
Model | 407 | Range Rover Sport |
Year Released | 1961 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5130 cc | 4394 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 297 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 463 Nm | 315 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 2708 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 88 L |