1961 Bristol 407 vs. 2011 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2011 Subaru Impreza 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 Subaru Impreza (265 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1961 Bristol 407. (215 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1961 Bristol 407. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Bristol 407 weights approximately 130 kg more than 2011 Subaru Impreza.
Because 2011 Subaru Impreza 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, 2011 Subaru Impreza 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 133 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Subaru Impreza. (330 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1961 Bristol 407 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Subaru Impreza. 1961 Bristol 407 has automatic transmission and 2011 Subaru Impreza has manual transmission. 2011 Subaru Impreza 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 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Bristol | Subaru |
| Model | 407 | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5130 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 463 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1796 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2624 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 64 L |
