1955 Bristol 405 vs. 1964 Ford Zodiac
To start off, 1964 Ford Zodiac is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Bristol 405. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Bristol 405 would be higher. At 2,553 cc (6 cylinders), 1964 Ford Zodiac is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Ford Zodiac (108 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1955 Bristol 405. (100 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1964 Ford Zodiac should accelerate faster than 1955 Bristol 405. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Ford Zodiac weights approximately 30 kg more than 1955 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, 1964 Ford Zodiac (191 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Bristol 405. (152 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1964 Ford Zodiac will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Bristol 405.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Bristol 405 | 1964 Ford Zodiac | |
| Make | Bristol | Ford |
| Model | 405 | Zodiac |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 2553 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 45 L |
