1955 Bristol 405 vs. 1967 Mercury Cougar
To start off, 1967 Mercury Cougar is newer by 12 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 4,940 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Mercury Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Mercury Cougar (137 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1955 Bristol 405. (100 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Mercury Cougar should accelerate faster than 1955 Bristol 405. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Mercury Cougar weights approximately 160 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Bristol 405 | 1967 Mercury Cougar | |
| Make | Bristol | Mercury |
| Model | 405 | Cougar |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 4940 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 137 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2830 mm |
