1954 Bristol 405 vs. 2012 Suzuki Equator
To start off, 2012 Suzuki Equator is newer by 58 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 2,501 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Suzuki Equator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Suzuki Equator (150 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1954 Bristol 405. (100 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Suzuki Equator should accelerate faster than 1954 Bristol 405. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Bristol 405 weights approximately 265 kg more than 2012 Suzuki Equator.
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, 2012 Suzuki Equator (171 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Bristol 405. (152 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2012 Suzuki Equator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Bristol 405. 2012 Suzuki Equator has automatic transmission and 1954 Bristol 405 has manual transmission. 1954 Bristol 405 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Suzuki Equator will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Bristol 405 | 2012 Suzuki Equator | |
Make | Bristol | Suzuki |
Model | 405 | Equator |
Year Released | 1954 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1970 cc | 2501 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 171 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 975 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 5250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 3200 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 80 L |