1955 Bristol 405 vs. 2010 Chevrolet Orlando
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Orlando is newer by 55 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 2,384 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Orlando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Orlando (174 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1955 Bristol 405. (100 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Orlando should accelerate faster than 1955 Bristol 405. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Orlando weights approximately 360 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.
Because 2010 Chevrolet Orlando is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1955 Bristol 405. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Orlando will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 Chevrolet Orlando (232 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Bristol 405. (152 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Orlando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Bristol 405.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Bristol 405 | 2010 Chevrolet Orlando | |
| Make | Bristol | Chevrolet |
| Model | 405 | Orlando |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 2384 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 174 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4652 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1836 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1633 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2760 mm |
