1962 Bristol 407 vs. 2003 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2003 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 41 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, 2003 Volkswagen Touareg (217 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1962 Bristol 407. (215 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1962 Bristol 407. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 625 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 2003 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2003 Volkswagen Touareg 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 158 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Volkswagen Touareg. (305 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1962 Bristol 407 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Volkswagen Touareg.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Bristol 407 | 2003 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Bristol | Volkswagen |
Model | 407 | Touareg |
Year Released | 1962 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5129 cc | 3189 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 463 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 98.6 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 95.9 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 | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 2210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 100 L |