1955 Bristol 405 vs. 2000 Ford Focus
To start off, 2000 Ford Focus is newer by 45 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 1,989 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Focus (129 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1955 Bristol 405. (100 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1955 Bristol 405. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Bristol 405 weights approximately 40 kg more than 2000 Ford Focus.
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, 2000 Ford Focus, 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, 2000 Ford Focus (180 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Bristol 405. (152 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Bristol 405.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Bristol 405 | 2000 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Bristol | Ford |
| Model | 405 | Focus |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1989 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 | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 55 L |
