1955 Bristol 405 vs. 2005 Maserati Quattroporte
To start off, 2005 Maserati Quattroporte is newer by 50 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 4,227 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Maserati Quattroporte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Maserati Quattroporte (390 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 290 more horse power than 1955 Bristol 405. (100 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 1955 Bristol 405. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 689 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, 2005 Maserati Quattroporte (451 Nm) has 299 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Bristol 405. (152 Nm). This means 2005 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Bristol 405.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Bristol 405 | 2005 Maserati Quattroporte | |
| Make | Bristol | Maserati |
| Model | 405 | Quattroporte |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 4227 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 390 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 451 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1929 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 3070 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 90 L |
