1962 Bristol 407 vs. 2007 Ford E-150
To start off, 2007 Ford E-150 is newer by 45 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, 2007 Ford E-150 (226 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1962 Bristol 407. (215 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford E-150 should accelerate faster than 1962 Bristol 407.
Let's talk about torque, 1962 Bristol 407 (463 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford E-150. (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1962 Bristol 407 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford E-150.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Bristol 407 | 2007 Ford E-150 | |
| Make | Bristol | Ford |
| Model | 407 | E-150 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5129 cc | 4605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 226 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 463 Nm | 388 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.6 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 2060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 3510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 132 L |
