1956 Bristol 405 vs. 2009 Ford Ka
To start off, 2009 Ford Ka is newer by 53 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 1,971 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Bristol 405 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Bristol 405 (101 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2009 Ford Ka. (94 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Bristol 405 should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Bristol 405 weights approximately 104 kg more than 2009 Ford Ka. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2009 Ford Ka, 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, 1956 Bristol 405 (152 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Ka. (136 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1956 Bristol 405 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Bristol 405 | 2009 Ford Ka | |
| Make | Bristol | Ford |
| Model | 405 | Ka |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1136 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 40 L |
