1955 Bristol 405 vs. 1982 Opel Manta
To start off, 1982 Opel Manta is newer by 27 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 1,979 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Opel Manta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Opel Manta (110 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1955 Bristol 405. (100 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Opel Manta should accelerate faster than 1955 Bristol 405. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Bristol 405 weights approximately 150 kg more than 1982 Opel Manta.
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, 1982 Opel Manta (161 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Bristol 405. (152 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1982 Opel Manta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Bristol 405.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Bristol 405 | 1982 Opel Manta | |
| Make | Bristol | Opel |
| Model | 405 | Manta |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 70 L |
