1954 Bristol 405 vs. 1968 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 1968 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 14 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 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Chevrolet Camaro (155 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1954 Bristol 405. (100 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1954 Bristol 405. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 162 kg more than 1954 Bristol 405. 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, 1968 Chevrolet Camaro (320 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Bristol 405. (152 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1968 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Bristol 405.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Bristol 405 | 1968 Chevrolet Camaro | |
| Make | Bristol | Chevrolet |
| Model | 405 | Camaro |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 4093 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 98.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 89.7 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1402 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 70 L |
