1954 Bristol 405 vs. 2012 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2012 Toyota Corolla 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 1,970 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Bristol 405 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Corolla (132 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1954 Bristol 405. (100 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster 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, 2012 Toyota Corolla, 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, 2012 Toyota Corolla (173 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Bristol 405. (152 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Bristol 405.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Bristol 405 | 2012 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Bristol | Toyota |
Model | 405 | Corolla |
Year Released | 1954 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1970 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 132 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 173 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1240 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4572 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1763 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1466 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2601 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 50 L |