1957 Bristol 405 vs. 1967 Opel Record
To start off, 1967 Opel Record is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Bristol 405. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Bristol 405 would be higher. At 2,118 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Opel Record is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Bristol 405 (100 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1967 Opel Record. (73 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Bristol 405 should accelerate faster than 1967 Opel Record. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Bristol 405 weights approximately 162 kg more than 1967 Opel Record. 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, 1967 Opel Record (223 Nm) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Bristol 405. (152 Nm). This means 1967 Opel Record will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Bristol 405.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Bristol 405 | 1967 Opel Record | |
Make | Bristol | Opel |
Model | 405 | Record |
Year Released | 1957 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 2118 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 73 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 223 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1078 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2670 mm |