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, 1962 Bristol 407 (215 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2011 Lexus IS. (150 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Bristol 407 should accelerate faster than 2011 Lexus IS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Bristol 407 weights approximately 40 kg more than 2011 Lexus IS. 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, 1962 Bristol 407 (463 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Lexus IS. (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1962 Bristol 407 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Lexus IS.
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 | 2231 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 463 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1545 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4585 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1801 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2731 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 65 L |