1956 Bristol 405 vs. 1979 Ford LTD
To start off, 1979 Ford LTD is newer by 23 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 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Ford LTD is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Ford LTD (133 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1956 Bristol 405. (101 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Ford LTD should accelerate faster than 1956 Bristol 405. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Ford LTD weights approximately 446 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, 1979 Ford LTD (332 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Bristol 405. (152 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1979 Ford LTD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Bristol 405. 1979 Ford LTD has automatic transmission and 1956 Bristol 405 has manual transmission. 1956 Bristol 405 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1979 Ford LTD will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Bristol 405 | 1979 Ford LTD | |
| Make | Bristol | Ford |
| Model | 405 | LTD |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 332 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1686 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 5520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 80 L |
