1956 Bristol 405 vs. 2009 Lexus IS
To start off, 2009 Lexus IS 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 2,231 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Lexus IS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lexus IS (175 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1956 Bristol 405. (101 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lexus IS should accelerate faster than 1956 Bristol 405. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lexus IS weights approximately 420 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, 2009 Lexus IS (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 248 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Bristol 405. (152 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2009 Lexus IS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Bristol 405.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Bristol 405 | 2009 Lexus IS | |
Make | Bristol | Lexus |
Model | 405 | IS |
Year Released | 1956 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 2231 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1660 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2740 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 65 L |