1961 Bristol 407 vs. 2010 GMC Terrain
To start off, 2010 GMC Terrain is newer by 49 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, 1961 Bristol 407 (215 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2010 GMC Terrain. (182 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Bristol 407 should accelerate faster than 2010 GMC Terrain. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 GMC Terrain weights approximately 160 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, 2010 GMC Terrain, 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 230 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 GMC Terrain. (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1961 Bristol 407 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 GMC Terrain.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Bristol 407 | 2010 GMC Terrain | |
| Make | Bristol | GMC |
| Model | 407 | Terrain |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5130 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 463 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1745 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4707 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1849 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2858 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 68 L |
