1956 Bristol 405 vs. 1994 Xedos 6
To start off, 1994 Xedos 6 is newer by 38 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 1,971 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Bristol 405 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Xedos 6 (106 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1956 Bristol 405. (101 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Xedos 6 should accelerate faster than 1956 Bristol 405. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Bristol 405 weights approximately 100 kg more than 1994 Xedos 6.
Because 1956 Bristol 405 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1956 Bristol 405. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Xedos 6, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1956 Bristol 405 (152 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Xedos 6. (138 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1956 Bristol 405 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Xedos 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Bristol 405 | 1994 Xedos 6 | |
| Make | Bristol | Xedos |
| Model | 405 | 6 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2620 mm |
