1962 Bristol 407 vs. 1996 Lexus SC
To start off, 1996 Lexus SC is newer by 34 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, 1996 Lexus SC (260 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1962 Bristol 407. (215 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Lexus SC should accelerate faster than 1962 Bristol 407. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Lexus SC weights approximately 53 kg more than 1962 Bristol 407. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Lexus SC. (370 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1962 Bristol 407 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Lexus SC.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Bristol 407 | 1996 Lexus SC | |
| Make | Bristol | Lexus |
| Model | 407 | SC |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5129 cc | 3969 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 463 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.6 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1638 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 78 L |
