1962 Bristol 407 vs. 2012 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2012 Toyota 4Runner 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, 2012 Toyota 4Runner (270 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1962 Bristol 407. (215 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 1962 Bristol 407. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 468 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.
Because 2012 Toyota 4Runner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 Bristol 407. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Toyota 4Runner 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, 1962 Bristol 407 (463 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Toyota 4Runner. (376 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1962 Bristol 407 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Toyota 4Runner.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Bristol 407 | 2012 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | Bristol | Toyota |
| Model | 407 | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5129 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 463 Nm | 376 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 2053 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4823 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1925 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1816 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2789 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 87 L |
