1961 Bristol 407 vs. 2011 SsangYong Stavic
To start off, 2011 SsangYong Stavic 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 SsangYong Stavic (217 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1961 Bristol 407. (215 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 SsangYong Stavic should accelerate faster than 1961 Bristol 407. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 SsangYong Stavic weights approximately 449 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 2011 SsangYong Stavic 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, 2011 SsangYong Stavic 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 151 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 SsangYong Stavic. (312 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1961 Bristol 407 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 SsangYong Stavic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Bristol 407 | 2011 SsangYong Stavic | |
| Make | Bristol | SsangYong |
| Model | 407 | Stavic |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5130 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 463 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.6 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 2034 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 80 L |
