1955 Bristol 405 vs. 2003 Koenigsegg CC8S
To start off, 2003 Koenigsegg CC8S is newer by 48 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 4,719 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Koenigsegg CC8S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Koenigsegg CC8S (655 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 555 more horse power than 1955 Bristol 405. (100 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Koenigsegg CC8S should accelerate faster than 1955 Bristol 405. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Bristol 405 weights approximately 65 kg more than 2003 Koenigsegg CC8S.
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, 2003 Koenigsegg CC8S (752 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 600 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Bristol 405. (152 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2003 Koenigsegg CC8S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Bristol 405.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Bristol 405 | 2003 Koenigsegg CC8S | |
| Make | Bristol | Koenigsegg |
| Model | 405 | CC8S |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 4719 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 655 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 752 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4191 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1989 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1069 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2659 mm |
