1955 Bristol 405 vs. 1982 Toyota Camry
To start off, 1982 Toyota Camry 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 1,973 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Toyota Camry (106 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1955 Bristol 405. (100 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 1955 Bristol 405. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Bristol 405 weights approximately 140 kg more than 1982 Toyota Camry.
Because 1955 Bristol 405 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1955 Bristol 405. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 Toyota Camry, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Toyota Camry (166 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Bristol 405. (152 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1982 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Bristol 405.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Bristol 405 | 1982 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Bristol | Toyota |
| Model | 405 | Camry |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 166 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2610 mm |
