1961 Bristol 407 vs. 2012 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2012 Toyota Land Cruiser 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Land Cruiser (381 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 1961 Bristol 407. (215 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1961 Bristol 407. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 1030 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 2012 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 2012 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 2012 Toyota Land Cruiser (543 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Bristol 407. (463 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Bristol 407.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Bristol 407 | 2012 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Bristol | Toyota |
| Model | 407 | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5130 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 381 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 463 Nm | 543 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| 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 | 2615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1971 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 93 L |
