1962 Bristol 407 vs. 2011 Infiniti QX56
To start off, 2011 Infiniti QX56 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 5,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Infiniti QX56 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Infiniti QX56 (400 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 1962 Bristol 407. (215 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Infiniti QX56 should accelerate faster than 1962 Bristol 407. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Infiniti QX56 weights approximately 955 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.
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, 2011 Infiniti QX56 (559 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Bristol 407. (463 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2011 Infiniti QX56 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 QX56 | |
Make | Bristol | Infiniti |
Model | 407 | QX56 |
Year Released | 1962 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5129 cc | 5600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 400 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 463 Nm | 559 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 2540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5291 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2029 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1925 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 3076 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 98 L |