1962 Bristol 407 vs. 2007 Maserati GranSport
To start off, 2007 Maserati GranSport 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 Maserati GranSport (396 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 1962 Bristol 407. (215 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Maserati GranSport should accelerate faster than 1962 Bristol 407. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Maserati GranSport weights approximately 145 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.
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 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Maserati GranSport. (452 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1962 Bristol 407 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Maserati GranSport. 1962 Bristol 407 has automatic transmission and 2007 Maserati GranSport has manual transmission. 2007 Maserati GranSport 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 Maserati GranSport | |
| Make | Bristol | Maserati |
| Model | 407 | GranSport |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5129 cc | 4244 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 396 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 463 Nm | 452 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.6 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 79.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 88 L |
