1956 Bristol 405 vs. 1999 Chevrolet S-10
To start off, 1999 Chevrolet S-10 is newer by 43 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), 1999 Chevrolet S-10 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Chevrolet S-10 (177 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1956 Bristol 405. (101 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet S-10 should accelerate faster than 1956 Bristol 405. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet S-10 weights approximately 260 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, 1999 Chevrolet S-10 (332 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Bristol 405. (152 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1999 Chevrolet S-10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Bristol 405.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Bristol 405 | 1999 Chevrolet S-10 | |
| Make | Bristol | Chevrolet |
| Model | 405 | S-10 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1999 |
| 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 | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 332 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 3130 mm |
