1962 Bristol 407 vs. 2007 Kia K2700
To start off, 2007 Kia K2700 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, 1962 Bristol 407 (215 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 2007 Kia K2700. (83 HP @ 4150 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Bristol 407 should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia K2700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Bristol 407 weights approximately 55 kg more than 2007 Kia K2700. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 288 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia K2700. (175 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1962 Bristol 407 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia K2700. 1962 Bristol 407 has automatic transmission and 2007 Kia K2700 has manual transmission. 2007 Kia K2700 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1962 Bristol 407 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Bristol 407 | 2007 Kia K2700 | |
| Make | Bristol | Kia |
| Model | 407 | K2700 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2007 |
| Engine Size | 5129 cc | 2665 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4150 RPM |
| Torque | 463 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 18.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 60 L |
