1955 Bristol 405 vs. 1973 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1973 Toyota Corolla is newer by 18 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 1,971 cc (6 cylinders), 1955 Bristol 405 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Bristol 405 (100 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1973 Toyota Corolla. (98 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Bristol 405 should accelerate faster than 1973 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Bristol 405 weights approximately 385 kg more than 1973 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1955 Bristol 405 (152 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Toyota Corolla. (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1955 Bristol 405 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Bristol 405 | 1973 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Bristol | Toyota |
| Model | 405 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2340 mm |
