1956 Bristol 405 vs. 2012 Opel Meriva
To start off, 2012 Opel Meriva is newer by 56 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, 1956 Bristol 405 (101 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2012 Opel Meriva. (94 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Bristol 405 should accelerate faster than 2012 Opel Meriva.
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, 2012 Opel Meriva, 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, 2012 Opel Meriva (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Bristol 405. (152 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2012 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Bristol 405.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Bristol 405 | 2012 Opel Meriva | |
| Make | Bristol | Opel |
| Model | 405 | Meriva |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
