1955 Bristol 405 vs. 1977 Seat 124
To start off, 1977 Seat 124 is newer by 22 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, 1977 Seat 124 (112 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1955 Bristol 405. (100 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Seat 124 should accelerate faster than 1955 Bristol 405. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Bristol 405 weights approximately 260 kg more than 1977 Seat 124.
Let's talk about torque, 1955 Bristol 405 (152 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Seat 124. (151 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1955 Bristol 405 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Bristol 405 | 1977 Seat 124 | |
| Make | Bristol | Seat |
| Model | 405 | 124 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1755 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2430 mm |
