1956 Bristol 405 vs. 2004 Porsche 911
To start off, 2004 Porsche 911 is newer by 48 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 3,588 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche 911 (415 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 314 more horse power than 1956 Bristol 405. (101 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1956 Bristol 405. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Porsche 911 weights approximately 297 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, 2004 Porsche 911 (563 Nm) has 411 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Bristol 405. (152 Nm). This means 2004 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Bristol 405.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Bristol 405 | 2004 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Bristol | Porsche |
| Model | 405 | 911 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 3588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 415 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 563 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1537 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 64 L |
