1956 Bristol 405 vs. 1971 Chrysler Charger
To start off, 1971 Chrysler Charger is newer by 15 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 4,015 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Chrysler Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Chrysler Charger (163 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1956 Bristol 405. (101 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Chrysler Charger should accelerate faster than 1956 Bristol 405. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Chrysler Charger weights approximately 120 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, 1971 Chrysler Charger (318 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Bristol 405. (152 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1971 Chrysler Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Bristol 405.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Bristol 405 | 1971 Chrysler Charger | |
| Make | Bristol | Chrysler |
| Model | 405 | Charger |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 4015 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 318 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1800 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 | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2680 mm |
