1956 Bristol 405 vs. 1956 Renault Colorale
To start off, both 1956 Bristol 405 and 1956 Renault Colorale were released in the same year (1956). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1956 Renault Colorale is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Bristol 405 (101 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1956 Renault Colorale. (51 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Bristol 405 should accelerate faster than 1956 Renault Colorale. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Renault Colorale weights approximately 345 kg more than 1956 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.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Bristol 405 | 1956 Renault Colorale | |
Make | Bristol | Renault |
Model | 405 | Colorale |
Year Released | 1956 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1585 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2670 mm |