1955 Bristol 405 vs. 1996 Westfield ZEI
To start off, 1996 Westfield ZEI is newer by 41 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, 1996 Westfield ZEI (129 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1955 Bristol 405. (100 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Westfield ZEI should accelerate faster than 1955 Bristol 405. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Bristol 405 weights approximately 520 kg more than 1996 Westfield ZEI.
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, 1996 Westfield ZEI (162 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Bristol 405. (152 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1996 Westfield ZEI will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Bristol 405.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Bristol 405 | 1996 Westfield ZEI | |
Make | Bristol | Westfield |
Model | 405 | ZEI |
Year Released | 1955 | 1996 |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 162 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 3550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1060 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2340 mm |