1962 Bristol 407 vs. 1991 Ferrari 348 TS Targa
To start off, 1991 Ferrari 348 TS Targa is newer by 29 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, 1991 Ferrari 348 TS Targa (300 HP) has 85 more horse power than 1962 Bristol 407. (215 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Ferrari 348 TS Targa should accelerate faster than 1962 Bristol 407. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Bristol 407 weights approximately 70 kg more than 1991 Ferrari 348 TS Targa.
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 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Ferrari 348 TS Targa. (323 Nm). This means 1962 Bristol 407 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Ferrari 348 TS Targa. 1962 Bristol 407 has automatic transmission and 1991 Ferrari 348 TS Targa has manual transmission. 1991 Ferrari 348 TS Targa 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 | 1991 Ferrari 348 TS Targa | |
| Make | Bristol | Ferrari |
| Model | 407 | 348 TS Targa |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5129 cc | 3405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 300 HP |
| Torque | 463 Nm | 323 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.6 mm | 85.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 74.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1990 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2560 mm |
