1961 Bristol 407 vs. 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco 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 Volkswagen Scirocco (261 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1961 Bristol 407. (215 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco should accelerate faster than 1961 Bristol 407. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Bristol 407 weights approximately 287 kg more than 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco.
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 Volkswagen Scirocco, 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 113 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco. (350 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1961 Bristol 407 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Bristol 407 | 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco | |
| Make | Bristol | Volkswagen |
| Model | 407 | Scirocco |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5130 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 463 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1298 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4256 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1404 mm |
