1961 Bristol 407 vs. 2011 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2011 Porsche Boxster is newer by 50 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, 2011 Porsche Boxster (310 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1961 Bristol 407. (215 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1961 Bristol 407. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Bristol 407 weights approximately 234 kg more than 2011 Porsche Boxster.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 103 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Porsche Boxster. (360 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1961 Bristol 407 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Porsche Boxster. 1961 Bristol 407 has automatic transmission and 2011 Porsche Boxster has manual transmission. 2011 Porsche Boxster will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1961 Bristol 407 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Bristol 407 | 2011 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Bristol | Porsche |
| Model | 407 | Boxster |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5130 cc | 3400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 463 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1351 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4371 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1293 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2416 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 64 L |
