1956 Bristol 405 vs. 1966 Pontiac GTO
To start off, 1966 Pontiac GTO is newer by 10 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 6,375 cc (8 cylinders), 1966 Pontiac GTO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Pontiac GTO (366 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 265 more horse power than 1956 Bristol 405. (101 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Pontiac GTO should accelerate faster than 1956 Bristol 405. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Pontiac GTO weights approximately 160 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, 1966 Pontiac GTO (575 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 423 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Bristol 405. (152 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1966 Pontiac GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Bristol 405.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Bristol 405 | 1966 Pontiac GTO | |
Make | Bristol | Pontiac |
Model | 405 | GTO |
Year Released | 1956 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 6375 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 366 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 575 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 5250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2930 mm |