1961 Bristol 407 vs. 2009 Porsche 911
To start off, 2009 Porsche 911 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 Porsche 911 (414 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 199 more horse power than 1961 Bristol 407. (215 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1961 Bristol 407. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Bristol 407 weights approximately 55 kg more than 2009 Porsche 911.
Because 2009 Porsche 911 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 Porsche 911 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, 2009 Porsche 911 (560 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Bristol 407. (463 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Bristol 407.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Bristol 407 | 2009 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Bristol | Porsche |
Model | 407 | 911 |
Year Released | 1961 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 5130 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 414 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 463 Nm | 560 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 98.6 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 76.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1300 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 64 L |