1956 Bristol 405 vs. 1968 Isuzu 117
To start off, 1968 Isuzu 117 is newer by 12 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, 1968 Isuzu 117 (118 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1956 Bristol 405. (101 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Isuzu 117 should accelerate faster than 1956 Bristol 405. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Bristol 405 weights approximately 190 kg more than 1968 Isuzu 117.
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, 1956 Bristol 405 (152 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Isuzu 117. (142 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1956 Bristol 405 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Isuzu 117.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Bristol 405 | 1968 Isuzu 117 | |
Make | Bristol | Isuzu |
Model | 405 | 117 |
Year Released | 1956 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1584 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 142 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
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 | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 45 L |