1962 Bristol 407 vs. 2008 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Express is newer by 46 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, 2008 Chevrolet Express (279 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1962 Bristol 407. (215 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1962 Bristol 407. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Bristol 407 weights approximately 324 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Express.
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 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Express. (399 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1962 Bristol 407 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Express.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Bristol 407 | 2008 Chevrolet Express | |
Make | Bristol | Chevrolet |
Model | 407 | Express |
Year Released | 1962 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5129 cc | 4800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 279 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 463 Nm | 399 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1261 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 2080 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 3440 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 117 L |