1954 Bristol 405 vs. 2010 Renault Logan
To start off, 2010 Renault Logan is newer by 56 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 33 more horse power than 2010 Renault Logan. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Bristol 405 should accelerate faster than 2010 Renault Logan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Renault Logan weights approximately 40 kg more than 1954 Bristol 405.
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, 2010 Renault Logan, 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, 2010 Renault Logan (160 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Bristol 405. (152 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2010 Renault Logan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Bristol 405.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Bristol 405 | 2010 Renault Logan | |
| Make | Bristol | Renault |
| Model | 405 | Logan |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 17.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 169 km/hour | 145 km/hour |
| 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 | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 50 L |
