1954 Bristol 405 vs. 1995 Renault Laguna
To start off, 1995 Renault Laguna is newer by 41 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 5 more horse power than 1995 Renault Laguna. (95 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Bristol 405 should accelerate faster than 1995 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Bristol 405 weights approximately 15 kg more than 1995 Renault Laguna. 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, 1995 Renault Laguna, 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 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Renault Laguna. (142 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1954 Bristol 405 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Bristol 405 | 1995 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Bristol | Renault |
| Model | 405 | Laguna |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 1783 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 66 L |
