1961 Bristol 407 vs. 2010 Subaru Tribeca
To start off, 2010 Subaru Tribeca 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, 2010 Subaru Tribeca (256 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1961 Bristol 407. (215 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Tribeca should accelerate faster than 1961 Bristol 407. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Subaru Tribeca weights approximately 326 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 2010 Subaru Tribeca is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Bristol 407. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Tribeca 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 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Subaru Tribeca. (335 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1961 Bristol 407 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Subaru Tribeca.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Bristol 407 | 2010 Subaru Tribeca | |
Make | Bristol | Subaru |
Model | 407 | Tribeca |
Year Released | 1961 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5130 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 463 Nm | 335 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1911 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4864 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1877 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1687 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2748 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 64 L |