1965 Bristol 408 vs. 1971 Porsche 907
To start off, 1971 Porsche 907 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Bristol 408. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Bristol 408 would be higher. At 5,130 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 Bristol 408 is equipped with a bigger engine.
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. 1965 Bristol 408 has automatic transmission and 1971 Porsche 907 has manual transmission. 1971 Porsche 907 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1965 Bristol 408 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Bristol 408 | 1971 Porsche 907 | |
Make | Bristol | Porsche |
Model | 408 | 907 |
Year Released | 1965 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5130 cc | 2195 cc |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 0 HP |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |