1956 Bristol 405 vs. 2008 Ford Fusion
To start off, 2008 Ford Fusion is newer by 52 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 2,261 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Ford Fusion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Fusion (160 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1956 Bristol 405. (101 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Fusion should accelerate faster than 1956 Bristol 405. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Bristol 405 weights approximately 124 kg more than 2008 Ford Fusion.
Because 1956 Bristol 405 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1956 Bristol 405. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Ford Fusion, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2008 Ford Fusion (212 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Bristol 405. (152 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Fusion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Bristol 405.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Bristol 405 | 2008 Ford Fusion | |
| Make | Bristol | Ford |
| Model | 405 | Fusion |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 2261 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 212 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1116 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 66 L |
