1956 Bristol 405 vs. 2010 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2010 Toyota Yaris is newer by 54 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, 2010 Toyota Yaris (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1956 Bristol 405. (101 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Yaris should accelerate faster than 1956 Bristol 405. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Bristol 405 weights approximately 191 kg more than 2010 Toyota Yaris.
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, 2010 Toyota Yaris, 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 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Toyota Yaris. (139 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1956 Bristol 405 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Bristol 405 | 2010 Toyota Yaris | |
Make | Bristol | Toyota |
Model | 405 | Yaris |
Year Released | 1956 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 139 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1049 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1689 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1461 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 42 L |