1962 Bristol 407 vs. 1994 Mitsubishi FTO
To start off, 1994 Mitsubishi FTO 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 5,129 cc (8 cylinders), 1962 Bristol 407 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Bristol 407 (215 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1994 Mitsubishi FTO. (197 HP @ 7500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Bristol 407 should accelerate faster than 1994 Mitsubishi FTO.
1962 Bristol 407 has automatic transmission and 1994 Mitsubishi FTO has manual transmission. 1994 Mitsubishi FTO 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 Mitsubishi FTO | |
| Make | Bristol | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 407 | FTO |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5129 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.6 mm | 78.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 69 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2510 mm |
