1956 Bristol 405 vs. 2007 Koenigsegg CCX
To start off, 2007 Koenigsegg CCX is newer by 51 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 4,719 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Koenigsegg CCX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Koenigsegg CCX (806 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 705 more horse power than 1956 Bristol 405. (101 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Koenigsegg CCX should accelerate faster than 1956 Bristol 405. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Bristol 405 weights approximately 60 kg more than 2007 Koenigsegg CCX.
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, 2007 Koenigsegg CCX (919 Nm @ 5700 RPM) has 767 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Bristol 405. (152 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2007 Koenigsegg CCX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Bristol 405.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Bristol 405 | 2007 Koenigsegg CCX | |
Make | Bristol | Koenigsegg |
Model | 405 | CCX |
Year Released | 1956 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 4719 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 806 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6900 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 919 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4293 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1996 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2660 mm |