1957 Bristol 405 vs. 1970 Holden Torana
To start off, 1970 Holden Torana is newer by 13 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 2,261 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Holden Torana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Bristol 405 (100 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1970 Holden Torana. (95 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Bristol 405 should accelerate faster than 1970 Holden Torana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Bristol 405 weights approximately 290 kg more than 1970 Holden Torana. 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, 1970 Holden Torana (163 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Bristol 405. (152 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1970 Holden Torana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Bristol 405.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Bristol 405 | 1970 Holden Torana | |
| Make | Bristol | Holden |
| Model | 405 | Torana |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 2261 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2550 mm |
