1956 Bristol 405 vs. 1991 Ford Mustang
To start off, 1991 Ford Mustang is newer by 35 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 2,301 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Ford Mustang (106 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1956 Bristol 405. (101 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1956 Bristol 405. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Ford Mustang weights approximately 20 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, 1991 Ford Mustang (183 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Bristol 405. (152 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1991 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Bristol 405.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Bristol 405 | 1991 Ford Mustang | |
Make | Bristol | Ford |
Model | 405 | Mustang |
Year Released | 1956 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 2301 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 183 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1260 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2560 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 45 L |