1954 Bristol 405 vs. 1990 Pontiac Trans Am
To start off, 1990 Pontiac Trans Am is newer by 36 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 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Pontiac Trans Am is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Pontiac Trans Am (235 HP) has 135 more horse power than 1954 Bristol 405. (100 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Pontiac Trans Am should accelerate faster than 1954 Bristol 405. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Pontiac Trans Am weights approximately 441 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, 1990 Pontiac Trans Am (447 Nm) has 295 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Bristol 405. (152 Nm). This means 1990 Pontiac Trans Am will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Bristol 405. 1990 Pontiac Trans Am has automatic transmission and 1954 Bristol 405 has manual transmission. 1954 Bristol 405 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1990 Pontiac Trans Am will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Bristol 405 | 1990 Pontiac Trans Am | |
| Make | Bristol | Pontiac |
| Model | 405 | Trans Am |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 235 HP |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 169 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1681 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2570 mm |
