1962 Bristol 407 vs. 1969 Ferrari 365 GTB
To start off, 1969 Ferrari 365 GTB is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Bristol 407. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Bristol 407 would be higher. At 5,129 cc (8 cylinders), 1962 Bristol 407 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Ferrari 365 GTB (347 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1962 Bristol 407. (215 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Ferrari 365 GTB should accelerate faster than 1962 Bristol 407. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Bristol 407 weights approximately 155 kg more than 1969 Ferrari 365 GTB.
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) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Ferrari 365 GTB. (431 Nm). This means 1962 Bristol 407 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Ferrari 365 GTB. 1962 Bristol 407 has automatic transmission and 1969 Ferrari 365 GTB has manual transmission. 1969 Ferrari 365 GTB 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 | 1969 Ferrari 365 GTB | |
| Make | Bristol | Ferrari |
| Model | 407 | 365 GTB |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5129 cc | 4390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 347 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 463 Nm | 431 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.6 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 71 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 127 L |
