1962 Bristol 407 vs. 2012 Lancia Voyager
To start off, 2012 Lancia Voyager is newer by 50 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 54 more horse power than 2012 Lancia Voyager. (161 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Bristol 407 should accelerate faster than 2012 Lancia Voyager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Lancia Voyager weights approximately 525 kg more than 1962 Bristol 407.
Because 1962 Bristol 407 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1962 Bristol 407. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Lancia Voyager, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Lancia Voyager. (359 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1962 Bristol 407 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Lancia Voyager.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Bristol 407 | 2012 Lancia Voyager | |
Make | Bristol | Lancia |
Model | 407 | Voyager |
Year Released | 1962 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5129 cc | 2777 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 463 Nm | 359 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 2110 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5151 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1999 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1725 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 3078 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 76 L |