1956 Bristol 405 vs. 1983 Chevrolet Caprice
To start off, 1983 Chevrolet Caprice is newer by 27 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 3,753 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Chevrolet Caprice (114 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1956 Bristol 405. (101 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 1956 Bristol 405. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 340 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, 1983 Chevrolet Caprice (237 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Bristol 405. (152 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1983 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Bristol 405. 1983 Chevrolet Caprice 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. 1983 Chevrolet Caprice will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Bristol 405 | 1983 Chevrolet Caprice | |
| Make | Bristol | Chevrolet |
| Model | 405 | Caprice |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 3753 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2950 mm |
