1953 Bristol 404 vs. 2001 Ferrari 456M
To start off, 2001 Ferrari 456M is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Bristol 404. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Bristol 404 would be higher. At 5,473 cc (12 cylinders), 2001 Ferrari 456M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ferrari 456M (436 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 345 more horse power than 1953 Bristol 404. (91 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ferrari 456M should accelerate faster than 1953 Bristol 404. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ferrari 456M weights approximately 730 kg more than 1953 Bristol 404. 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, 2001 Ferrari 456M (540 Nm) has 388 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Bristol 404. (152 Nm). This means 2001 Ferrari 456M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Bristol 404.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Bristol 404 | 2001 Ferrari 456M | |
| Make | Bristol | Ferrari |
| Model | 404 | 456M |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 5473 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 436 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7250 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 540 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 87.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 74.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.6:1 |
| Top Speed | 177 km/hour | 299 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 95 L |
