1956 Bristol 405 vs. 1969 Dodge Challenger
To start off, 1969 Dodge Challenger is newer by 13 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 6,286 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Dodge Challenger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Dodge Challenger (200 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1956 Bristol 405. (101 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Dodge Challenger should accelerate faster than 1956 Bristol 405. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Dodge Challenger weights approximately 326 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, 1969 Dodge Challenger (422 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Bristol 405. (152 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1969 Dodge Challenger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Bristol 405.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Bristol 405 | 1969 Dodge Challenger | |
| Make | Bristol | Dodge |
| Model | 405 | Challenger |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 6286 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 422 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2800 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 | 1566 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 75 L |
