1956 Bristol 405 vs. 2007 Land Rover LR3
To start off, 2007 Land Rover LR3 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 4,015 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Land Rover LR3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Land Rover LR3 (216 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1956 Bristol 405. (101 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Land Rover LR3 should accelerate faster than 1956 Bristol 405.
Because 2007 Land Rover LR3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Bristol 405. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Land Rover LR3 will offer significantly more control. 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 Land Rover LR3 (365 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Bristol 405. (152 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2007 Land Rover LR3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Bristol 405. 2007 Land Rover LR3 has automatic transmission and 1956 Bristol 405 has manual transmission. 1956 Bristol 405 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Land Rover LR3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Bristol 405 | 2007 Land Rover LR3 | |
| Make | Bristol | Land Rover |
| Model | 405 | LR3 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 4015 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 216 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 365 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 75 L |
