1962 Bristol 407 vs. 2007 Peugeot 407
To start off, 2007 Peugeot 407 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 14 more horse power than 2007 Peugeot 407. (201 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Bristol 407 should accelerate faster than 2007 Peugeot 407. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Peugeot 407 weights approximately 213 kg more than 1962 Bristol 407.
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, 2007 Peugeot 407, 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 @ 2800 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Peugeot 407. (441 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 1962 Bristol 407 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Peugeot 407.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Bristol 407 | 2007 Peugeot 407 | |
| Make | Bristol | Peugeot |
| Model | 407 | 407 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5129 cc | 2720 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 463 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.6 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1798 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 3440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 66 L |
