1954 Bristol 405 vs. 1963 MG 1100
To start off, 1963 MG 1100 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Bristol 405. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Bristol 405 would be higher. At 1,970 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Bristol 405 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Bristol 405 (100 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1963 MG 1100. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Bristol 405 should accelerate faster than 1963 MG 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Bristol 405 weights approximately 415 kg more than 1963 MG 1100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1954 Bristol 405 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 1954 Bristol 405. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1963 MG 1100, 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, 1954 Bristol 405 (152 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 MG 1100. (83 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1954 Bristol 405 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 MG 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Bristol 405 | 1963 MG 1100 | |
| Make | Bristol | MG |
| Model | 405 | 1100 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 1098 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2380 mm |
