1956 Bristol 405 vs. 1998 Chevrolet Blazer
To start off, 1998 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 42 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 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Chevrolet Blazer (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1956 Bristol 405. (101 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1956 Bristol 405. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 675 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Chevrolet Blazer (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Bristol 405. (152 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1998 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Bristol 405.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Bristol 405 | 1998 Chevrolet Blazer | |
| Make | Bristol | Chevrolet |
| Model | 405 | Blazer |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 4293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2730 mm |
