1956 Bristol 405 vs. 1963 Lancia Flaminia
To start off, 1963 Lancia Flaminia is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Bristol 405. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Bristol 405 would be higher. At 2,775 cc (6 cylinders), 1963 Lancia Flaminia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Lancia Flaminia (148 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1956 Bristol 405. (101 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Lancia Flaminia should accelerate faster than 1956 Bristol 405. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Lancia Flaminia weights approximately 74 kg more than 1956 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, 1963 Lancia Flaminia (224 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Bristol 405. (152 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1963 Lancia Flaminia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Bristol 405.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Bristol 405 | 1963 Lancia Flaminia | |
| Make | Bristol | Lancia |
| Model | 405 | Flaminia |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 2775 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1314 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 56 L |
