1995 Acura Legend vs. 1962 Bristol 407
To start off, 1995 Acura Legend is newer by 33 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, 1962 Bristol 407 (215 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1995 Acura Legend. (200 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1962 Bristol 407 should accelerate faster than 1995 Acura Legend. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Acura Legend weights approximately 10 kg more than 1962 Bristol 407.
Because 1962 Bristol 407 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1962 Bristol 407. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Acura Legend, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Acura Legend. (285 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1962 Bristol 407 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Acura Legend.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Acura Legend | 1962 Bristol 407 | |
Make | Acura | Bristol |
Model | Legend | 407 |
Year Released | 1995 | 1962 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3206 cc | 5129 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 463 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 98.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 84.1 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1585 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2910 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 81 L |