1954 Bristol 405 vs. 2001 Ferrari 360
To start off, 2001 Ferrari 360 is newer by 47 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 3,586 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Ferrari 360 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ferrari 360 (400 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 300 more horse power than 1954 Bristol 405. (100 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ferrari 360 should accelerate faster than 1954 Bristol 405. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ferrari 360 weights approximately 450 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, 2001 Ferrari 360 (375 Nm) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Bristol 405. (152 Nm). This means 2001 Ferrari 360 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Bristol 405.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Bristol 405 | 2001 Ferrari 360 | |
| Make | Bristol | Ferrari |
| Model | 405 | 360 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 3586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 8500 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 375 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2610 mm |
