1962 Bristol 407 vs. 1956 Renault Colorale
To start off, 1962 Bristol 407 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Renault Colorale. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Renault Colorale would be higher. At 5,129 cc (8 cylinders), 1962 Bristol 407 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Bristol 407 (215 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 1956 Renault Colorale. (51 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Bristol 407 should accelerate faster than 1956 Renault Colorale.
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. 1962 Bristol 407 has automatic transmission and 1956 Renault Colorale has manual transmission. 1956 Renault Colorale will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1962 Bristol 407 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Bristol 407 | 1956 Renault Colorale | |
| Make | Bristol | Renault |
| Model | 407 | Colorale |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5129 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2670 mm |
