1962 Bristol 407 vs. 2012 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2012 Toyota Sienna 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 Sienna (266 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1962 Bristol 407. (215 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 1962 Bristol 407. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 570 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 Sienna is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 Bristol 407. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Sienna 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 131 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Toyota Sienna. (332 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1962 Bristol 407 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Toyota Sienna.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Bristol 407 | 2012 Toyota Sienna | |
Make | Bristol | Toyota |
Model | 407 | Sienna |
Year Released | 1962 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5129 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 266 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 463 Nm | 332 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 2155 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5085 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1984 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1811 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 3030 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 76 L |