1956 Bristol 405 vs. 2010 Volkswagen T5
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen T5 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 2,459 cc (5 cylinders), 2010 Volkswagen T5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen T5 (172 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1956 Bristol 405. (101 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen T5 should accelerate faster than 1956 Bristol 405. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Bristol 405 weights approximately 16 kg more than 2010 Volkswagen T5.
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 Volkswagen T5, 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, 2010 Volkswagen T5 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 248 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Bristol 405. (152 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen T5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Bristol 405.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Bristol 405 | 2010 Volkswagen T5 | |
| Make | Bristol | Volkswagen |
| Model | 405 | T5 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 2459 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1224 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 80 L |
