1962 Bristol 407 vs. 2009 GMC Acadia
To start off, 2009 GMC Acadia is newer by 47 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, 2009 GMC Acadia (288 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1962 Bristol 407. (215 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 1962 Bristol 407. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 GMC Acadia weights approximately 1028 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.
Because 2009 GMC Acadia 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, 2009 GMC Acadia 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 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 GMC Acadia. (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1962 Bristol 407 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 GMC Acadia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Bristol 407 | 2009 GMC Acadia | |
| Make | Bristol | GMC |
| Model | 407 | Acadia |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5129 cc | 3599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 463 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 2613 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 83 L |
