1962 Bristol 407 vs. 2009 Pontiac G8
To start off, 2009 Pontiac G8 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Pontiac G8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Pontiac G8 (414 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 199 more horse power than 1962 Bristol 407. (215 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Pontiac G8 should accelerate faster than 1962 Bristol 407. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Bristol 407 weights approximately 256 kg more than 2009 Pontiac G8.
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, 2009 Pontiac G8 (563 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Bristol 407. (463 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Pontiac G8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Bristol 407.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Bristol 407 | 2009 Pontiac G8 | |
Make | Bristol | Pontiac |
Model | 407 | G8 |
Year Released | 1962 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5129 cc | 6200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 414 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 463 Nm | 563 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1329 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2920 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 72 L |