1962 Bristol 407 vs. 1961 ZAZ Jalta
To start off, 1962 Bristol 407 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 ZAZ Jalta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 ZAZ Jalta 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 192 more horse power than 1961 ZAZ Jalta. (23 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Bristol 407 should accelerate faster than 1961 ZAZ Jalta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Bristol 407 weights approximately 985 kg more than 1961 ZAZ Jalta. 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, 1962 Bristol 407 (463 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 418 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 ZAZ Jalta. (45 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1962 Bristol 407 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 ZAZ Jalta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Bristol 407 | 1961 ZAZ Jalta | |
| Make | Bristol | ZAZ |
| Model | 407 | Jalta |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5129 cc | 748 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 23 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 463 Nm | 45 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 3340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2030 mm |
