1962 Bristol 407 vs. 1995 Ford Explorer
To start off, 1995 Ford Explorer is newer by 33 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 5 more horse power than 1995 Ford Explorer. (210 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Bristol 407 should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Explorer weights approximately 325 kg more than 1962 Bristol 407.
Let's talk about torque, 1962 Bristol 407 (463 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Explorer. (332 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1962 Bristol 407 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Explorer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Bristol 407 | 1995 Ford Explorer | |
| Make | Bristol | Ford |
| Model | 407 | Explorer |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5129 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 463 Nm | 332 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2840 mm |
