1962 Bristol 407 vs. 1994 De Tomaso Pantera
To start off, 1994 De Tomaso Pantera is newer by 32 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 5,761 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 De Tomaso Pantera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 De Tomaso Pantera (350 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1962 Bristol 407. (215 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 1962 Bristol 407. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Bristol 407 weights approximately 165 kg more than 1994 De Tomaso Pantera.
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 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 De Tomaso Pantera. (460 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1962 Bristol 407 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 De Tomaso Pantera. 1962 Bristol 407 has automatic transmission and 1994 De Tomaso Pantera has manual transmission. 1994 De Tomaso Pantera 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 | 1994 De Tomaso Pantera | |
Make | Bristol | De Tomaso |
Model | 407 | Pantera |
Year Released | 1962 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5129 cc | 5761 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 463 Nm | 460 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 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 | 1420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1110 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2520 mm |