1961 Bristol 407 vs. 2013 Land Rover ALL-NEW Range Rover
To start off, 2013 Land Rover ALL-NEW Range Rover 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 5,130 cc (8 cylinders), 1961 Bristol 407 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Land Rover ALL-NEW Range Rover (503 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 288 more horse power than 1961 Bristol 407. (215 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Land Rover ALL-NEW Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1961 Bristol 407. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Land Rover ALL-NEW Range Rover weights approximately 1005 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 2013 Land Rover ALL-NEW Range Rover 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, 2013 Land Rover ALL-NEW Range Rover 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, 2013 Land Rover ALL-NEW Range Rover (625 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Bristol 407. (463 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2013 Land Rover ALL-NEW Range Rover 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 Land Rover ALL-NEW Range Rover has manual transmission. 2013 Land Rover ALL-NEW Range Rover 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 Land Rover ALL-NEW Range Rover | |
| Make | Bristol | Land Rover |
| Model | 407 | ALL-NEW Range Rover |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5130 cc | 2030 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | electric |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 503 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 463 Nm | 625 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.6 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | (:1): 9. |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 2590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4783 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2158 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1784 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2745 mm |
