1954 Bristol 405 vs. 1972 Plymouth Fury
To start off, 1972 Plymouth Fury is newer by 18 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 7,205 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Plymouth Fury is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Plymouth Fury (225 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1954 Bristol 405. (100 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Plymouth Fury should accelerate faster than 1954 Bristol 405. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Plymouth Fury weights approximately 645 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, 1972 Plymouth Fury (477 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 325 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Bristol 405. (152 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1972 Plymouth Fury will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Bristol 405.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Bristol 405 | 1972 Plymouth Fury | |
Make | Bristol | Plymouth |
Model | 405 | Fury |
Year Released | 1954 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1970 cc | 7205 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 477 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1885 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 5530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 3060 mm |