1962 Bristol 407 vs. 2013 Ford Taurus
To start off, 2013 Ford Taurus is newer by 51 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, 2013 Ford Taurus (360 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1962 Bristol 407. (215 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 1962 Bristol 407. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Taurus weights approximately 388 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 2013 Ford Taurus 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, 2013 Ford Taurus 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, 2013 Ford Taurus (475 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Bristol 407. (463 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2013 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Bristol 407.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Bristol 407 | 2013 Ford Taurus | |
| Make | Bristol | Ford |
| Model | 407 | Taurus |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2013 |
| 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 | 360 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 463 Nm | 475 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.6 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1973 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5154 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2177 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1542 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2868 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 72 L |
