1962 Bristol 407 vs. 2011 Infiniti FX
To start off, 2011 Infiniti FX is newer by 49 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, 2011 Infiniti FX (235 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1962 Bristol 407. (215 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 1962 Bristol 407.
Because 2011 Infiniti FX is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 Bristol 407. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Infiniti FX (550 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Bristol 407. (463 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2011 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Bristol 407.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Bristol 407 | 2011 Infiniti FX | |
| Make | Bristol | Infiniti |
| Model | 407 | FX |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5129 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 463 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4865 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1925 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2885 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 90 L |
