1954 Bristol 405 vs. 2011 Tata Safari
To start off, 2011 Tata Safari is newer by 57 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 2,179 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Tata Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Tata Safari (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1954 Bristol 405. (100 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Tata Safari should accelerate faster than 1954 Bristol 405. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Tata Safari weights approximately 680 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.
Because 2011 Tata Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1954 Bristol 405. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Tata Safari will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 Tata Safari (320 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Bristol 405. (152 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2011 Tata Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Bristol 405.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Bristol 405 | 2011 Tata Safari | |
| Make | Bristol | Tata |
| Model | 405 | Safari |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 2179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 169 km/hour | 152 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1918 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2660 mm |
