1956 Bristol 405 vs. 2009 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2009 Porsche Boxster 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 2,901 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche Boxster (252 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1956 Bristol 405. (101 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1956 Bristol 405.
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 Porsche Boxster (215 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Bristol 405. (152 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2009 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Bristol 405.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Bristol 405 | 2009 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Bristol | Porsche |
| Model | 405 | Boxster |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 2901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4400 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 Length | 4820 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 64 L |
