1962 Bristol 407 vs. 2001 Oldsmobile Bravada
To start off, 2001 Oldsmobile Bravada is newer by 39 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, 2001 Oldsmobile Bravada (272 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1962 Bristol 407. (215 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Oldsmobile Bravada should accelerate faster than 1962 Bristol 407. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Oldsmobile Bravada weights approximately 415 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.
Because 2001 Oldsmobile Bravada 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, 2001 Oldsmobile Bravada 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 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Oldsmobile Bravada. (373 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1962 Bristol 407 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Oldsmobile Bravada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Bristol 407 | 2001 Oldsmobile Bravada | |
| Make | Bristol | Oldsmobile |
| Model | 407 | Bravada |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5129 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 272 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 463 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.6 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 102 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 2000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 76 L |
