1962 Bristol 407 vs. 2009 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2009 Toyota 4Runner 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 Toyota 4Runner (260 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1962 Bristol 407. (215 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 1962 Bristol 407. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Bristol 407 weights approximately 255 kg more than 2009 Toyota 4Runner.
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 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota 4Runner. (415 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1962 Bristol 407 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota 4Runner.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Bristol 407 | 2009 Toyota 4Runner | |
Make | Bristol | Toyota |
Model | 407 | 4Runner |
Year Released | 1962 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5129 cc | 4664 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 463 Nm | 415 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 87 L |