1962 Bristol 407 vs. 2011 Lexus IS
To start off, 2011 Lexus IS 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 Lexus IS (416 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 1962 Bristol 407. (215 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lexus IS should accelerate faster than 1962 Bristol 407. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Lexus IS weights approximately 130 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 Lexus IS (502 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Bristol 407. (463 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2011 Lexus IS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Bristol 407.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Bristol 407 | 2011 Lexus IS | |
| Make | Bristol | Lexus |
| Model | 407 | IS |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5129 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 416 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 463 Nm | 502 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5200 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 | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4661 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1816 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1415 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2728 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 64 L |
