1956 Bristol 405 vs. 1967 Fiat Dino
To start off, 1967 Fiat Dino is newer by 11 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 1,995 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 Fiat Dino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Fiat Dino (160 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1956 Bristol 405. (101 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Fiat Dino should accelerate faster than 1956 Bristol 405. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Bristol 405 weights approximately 60 kg more than 1967 Fiat Dino.
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, 1967 Fiat Dino (172 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Bristol 405. (152 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1967 Fiat Dino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Bristol 405.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Bristol 405 | 1967 Fiat Dino | |
| Make | Bristol | Fiat |
| Model | 405 | Dino |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2260 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 65 L |
