1961 Bristol 407 vs. 2013 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2013 Subaru Impreza 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 Subaru Impreza (261 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1961 Bristol 407. (215 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 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 155 kg more than 2013 Subaru Impreza.
Because 2013 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, 2013 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 132 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Subaru Impreza. (331 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1961 Bristol 407 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Bristol 407 | 2013 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Bristol | Subaru |
| Model | 407 | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5130 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 463 Nm | 331 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.6 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1475 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2620 mm |
