1962 Bristol 407 vs. 2009 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2009 Mazda Tribute 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 Mazda Tribute (240 HP @ 6550 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1962 Bristol 407. (215 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 1962 Bristol 407. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Bristol 407 weights approximately 35 kg more than 2009 Mazda Tribute.
Because 2009 Mazda Tribute 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 Mazda Tribute 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 161 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda Tribute. (302 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1962 Bristol 407 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda Tribute.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Bristol 407 | 2009 Mazda Tribute | |
| Make | Bristol | Mazda |
| Model | 407 | Tribute |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5129 cc | 2960 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6550 RPM |
| Torque | 463 Nm | 302 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| 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 | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 62 L |
