1962 Bristol 407 vs. 1993 Dodge Viper
To start off, 1993 Dodge Viper is newer by 31 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 7,990 cc (10 cylinders), 1993 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Dodge Viper (359 HP @ 5150 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1962 Bristol 407. (215 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1962 Bristol 407. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Bristol 407 weights approximately 43 kg more than 1993 Dodge Viper.
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, 1993 Dodge Viper (620 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Bristol 407. (463 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1993 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Bristol 407. 1962 Bristol 407 has automatic transmission and 1993 Dodge Viper has manual transmission. 1993 Dodge Viper 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 | 1993 Dodge Viper | |
| Make | Bristol | Dodge |
| Model | 407 | Viper |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5129 cc | 7990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 359 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5150 RPM |
| Torque | 463 Nm | 620 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1542 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2520 mm |
