1962 Bristol 407 vs. 1976 Seat 124
To start off, 1976 Seat 124 is newer by 14 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, 1962 Bristol 407 (215 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1976 Seat 124. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Bristol 407 should accelerate faster than 1976 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Bristol 407 weights approximately 655 kg more than 1976 Seat 124. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1962 Bristol 407 (463 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 373 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Seat 124. (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1962 Bristol 407 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Bristol 407 | 1976 Seat 124 | |
| Make | Bristol | Seat |
| Model | 407 | 124 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5129 cc | 1197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 463 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2430 mm |
