1954 Bristol 405 vs. 2005 Lexus IS
To start off, 2005 Lexus IS is newer by 51 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 1,988 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Lexus IS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lexus IS (153 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1954 Bristol 405. (100 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lexus IS should accelerate faster than 1954 Bristol 405. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lexus IS weights approximately 215 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, 2005 Lexus IS (195 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Bristol 405. (152 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2005 Lexus IS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Bristol 405.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Bristol 405 | 2005 Lexus IS | |
| Make | Bristol | Lexus |
| Model | 405 | IS |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 75.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 70 L |
