1955 Bristol 405 vs. 2004 Ferrari 612
To start off, 2004 Ferrari 612 is newer by 49 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 5,748 cc (12 cylinders), 2004 Ferrari 612 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ferrari 612 (533 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 433 more horse power than 1955 Bristol 405. (100 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ferrari 612 should accelerate faster than 1955 Bristol 405. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ferrari 612 weights approximately 600 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, 2004 Ferrari 612 (590 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 438 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Bristol 405. (152 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2004 Ferrari 612 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Bristol 405. 2004 Ferrari 612 has automatic transmission and 1955 Bristol 405 has manual transmission. 1955 Bristol 405 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Ferrari 612 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Bristol 405 | 2004 Ferrari 612 | |
| Make | Bristol | Ferrari |
| Model | 405 | 612 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 5748 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 533 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7250 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 590 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1350 mm |
