1962 Bristol 407 vs. 1995 Toyota Bandeirante
To start off, 1995 Toyota Bandeirante 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 119 more horse power than 1995 Toyota Bandeirante. (96 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Bristol 407 should accelerate faster than 1995 Toyota Bandeirante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Toyota Bandeirante weights approximately 205 kg more than 1962 Bristol 407.
Because 1995 Toyota Bandeirante is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 Bristol 407. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Toyota Bandeirante will offer significantly more control. 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 218 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Toyota Bandeirante. (245 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1962 Bristol 407 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Toyota Bandeirante. 1962 Bristol 407 has automatic transmission and 1995 Toyota Bandeirante has manual transmission. 1995 Toyota Bandeirante 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 | 1995 Toyota Bandeirante | |
Make | Bristol | Toyota |
Model | 407 | Bandeirante |
Year Released | 1962 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5129 cc | 3661 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 463 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 3840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2290 mm |