1962 Bristol 407 vs. 2005 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2005 Mini Cooper is newer by 43 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 47 more horse power than 2005 Mini Cooper. (168 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Bristol 407 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mini Cooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Bristol 407 weights approximately 295 kg more than 2005 Mini Cooper. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1962 Bristol 407 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1962 Bristol 407. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mini Cooper, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mini Cooper. (221 Nm). This means 1962 Bristol 407 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Bristol 407 | 2005 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | Bristol | Mini |
| Model | 407 | Cooper |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5129 cc | 1606 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 463 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.6 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 50 L |
