1961 Bristol 407 vs. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 51 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado (315 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1961 Bristol 407. (215 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1961 Bristol 407. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 726 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.
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 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Chevrolet Silverado. (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1961 Bristol 407 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Chevrolet Silverado.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Bristol 407 | 2012 Chevrolet Silverado | |
| Make | Bristol | Chevrolet |
| Model | 407 | Silverado |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5130 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 315 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 463 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 2311 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 5847 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2032 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1875 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 3645 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 98 L |
