1962 Bristol 407 vs. 2008 Infiniti FX
To start off, 2008 Infiniti FX 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 Infiniti FX (297 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1962 Bristol 407. (215 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 1962 Bristol 407. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Bristol 407 weights approximately 265 kg more than 2008 Infiniti FX.
Because 2008 Infiniti FX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 Bristol 407. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Infiniti FX will offer significantly more control. 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 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Infiniti FX. (343 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1962 Bristol 407 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Infiniti FX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Bristol 407 | 2008 Infiniti FX | |
| Make | Bristol | Infiniti |
| Model | 407 | FX |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5129 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 297 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 463 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 90 L |
