1954 Bristol 405 vs. 1987 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1987 Toyota Celica is newer by 33 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Toyota Celica (182 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1954 Bristol 405. (100 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1954 Bristol 405. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Toyota Celica weights approximately 110 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.
Because 1987 Toyota Celica is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1954 Bristol 405. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Toyota Celica will offer significantly more control. 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, 1987 Toyota Celica (250 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Bristol 405. (152 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1987 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Bristol 405.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Bristol 405 | 1987 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Bristol | Toyota |
| Model | 405 | Celica |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 169 km/hour | 215 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2330 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 50 L |
