1982 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1962 Bristol 407
To start off, 1982 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 20 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 5,338 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (549 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 334 more horse power than 1962 Bristol 407. (215 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1962 Bristol 407. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 405 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.
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. Let's talk about torque, 1982 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (745 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 282 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Bristol 407. (463 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1982 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Bristol 407. 1962 Bristol 407 has automatic transmission and 1982 Aston Martin V8 Vantage has manual transmission. 1982 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1962 Bristol 407 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1962 Bristol 407 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Bristol |
| Model | V8 Vantage | 407 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5338 cc | 5129 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 549 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 745 Nm | 463 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 113 L | 81 L |
