1956 Bristol 405 vs. 2012 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2012 Toyota Hilux 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Hilux is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Hilux (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1956 Bristol 405. (101 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Hilux should accelerate faster than 1956 Bristol 405. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Hilux weights approximately 444 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.
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, 2012 Toyota Hilux (182 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Bristol 405. (152 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota Hilux will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Bristol 405.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Bristol 405 | 2012 Toyota Hilux | |
Make | Bristol | Toyota |
Model | 405 | Hilux |
Year Released | 1956 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 182 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 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 Weight | 1240 kg | 1684 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 5260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 3090 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 80 L |