1961 Bristol 407 vs. 2013 Aston Martin Vantage
To start off, 2013 Aston Martin Vantage is newer by 52 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 5,935 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Aston Martin Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Aston Martin Vantage (510 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 295 more horse power than 1961 Bristol 407. (215 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Aston Martin Vantage should accelerate faster than 1961 Bristol 407. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Aston Martin Vantage weights approximately 95 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, 2013 Aston Martin Vantage (569 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Bristol 407. (463 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2013 Aston Martin Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Bristol 407. 1961 Bristol 407 has automatic transmission and 2013 Aston Martin Vantage has manual transmission. 2013 Aston Martin Vantage 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 | 2013 Aston Martin Vantage | |
| Make | Bristol | Aston Martin |
| Model | 407 | Vantage |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5130 cc | 5935 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 510 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 463 Nm | 569 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.6 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4385 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2022 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2601 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 80 L |
