1955 Bristol 405 vs. 2011 Infiniti G37
To start off, 2011 Infiniti G37 is newer by 56 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Infiniti G37 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Infiniti G37 (330 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 230 more horse power than 1955 Bristol 405. (100 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Infiniti G37 should accelerate faster than 1955 Bristol 405.
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, 2011 Infiniti G37 (366 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Bristol 405. (152 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2011 Infiniti G37 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Bristol 405. 2011 Infiniti G37 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. 2011 Infiniti G37 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Bristol 405 | 2011 Infiniti G37 | |
| Make | Bristol | Infiniti |
| Model | 405 | G37 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 330 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 5200 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 Length | 4820 mm | 4655 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2850 mm |
