1962 Bristol 407 vs. 2004 Chevrolet Colorado
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 42 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 40 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Colorado. (175 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Bristol 407 should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Colorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Bristol 407 weights approximately 129 kg more than 2004 Chevrolet Colorado. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1962 Bristol 407 (463 Nm) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Colorado. (252 Nm). This means 1962 Bristol 407 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Colorado.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Bristol 407 | 2004 Chevrolet Colorado | |
| Make | Bristol | Chevrolet |
| Model | 407 | Colorado |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5129 cc | 2770 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 463 Nm | 252 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.6 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 102 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1456 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 74 L |
