1956 Bristol 405 vs. 1964 Renault 8
To start off, 1964 Renault 8 is newer by 8 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 1,971 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Bristol 405 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Bristol 405 (101 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1964 Renault 8. (47 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Bristol 405 should accelerate faster than 1964 Renault 8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Bristol 405 weights approximately 500 kg more than 1964 Renault 8. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Bristol 405 | 1964 Renault 8 | |
| Make | Bristol | Renault |
| Model | 405 | 8 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 38 L |
