1956 Bristol 405 vs. 2011 Kia Cee'd
To start off, 2011 Kia Cee'd is newer by 55 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, 2011 Kia Cee'd (108 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1956 Bristol 405. (101 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Kia Cee'd should accelerate faster than 1956 Bristol 405. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Kia Cee'd weights approximately 23 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.
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, 2011 Kia Cee'd, 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 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Kia Cee'd. (137 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1956 Bristol 405 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Kia Cee'd.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Bristol 405 | 2011 Kia Cee'd | |
| Make | Bristol | Kia |
| Model | 405 | Cee'd |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1263 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 53 L |
