1955 Bristol 405 vs. 1998 Dodge Ram
To start off, 1998 Dodge Ram is newer by 43 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 3,905 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Dodge Ram (173 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1955 Bristol 405. (100 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1955 Bristol 405. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Dodge Ram weights approximately 830 kg more than 1955 Bristol 405. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1998 Dodge Ram (305 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Bristol 405. (152 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1998 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Bristol 405.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Bristol 405 | 1998 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Bristol | Dodge |
| Model | 405 | Ram |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 3905 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 2070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 2030 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2790 mm |
