1957 Bristol 405 vs. 1972 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 1972 Toyota Sprinter is newer by 15 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 1,971 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Bristol 405 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Bristol 405 (100 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1972 Toyota Sprinter. (98 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Bristol 405 should accelerate faster than 1972 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Bristol 405 weights approximately 375 kg more than 1972 Toyota Sprinter. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1957 Bristol 405 (152 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Toyota Sprinter. (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1957 Bristol 405 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Bristol 405 | 1972 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Bristol | Toyota |
| Model | 405 | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1586 cc |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2340 mm |
