1957 Bristol 405 vs. 1983 Ferrari 308
To start off, 1983 Ferrari 308 is newer by 26 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 2,855 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 Ferrari 308 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Ferrari 308 (205 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1957 Bristol 405. (100 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Ferrari 308 should accelerate faster than 1957 Bristol 405. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Ferrari 308 weights approximately 190 kg more than 1957 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, 1983 Ferrari 308 (246 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Bristol 405. (152 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1983 Ferrari 308 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Bristol 405.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Bristol 405 | 1983 Ferrari 308 | |
| Make | Bristol | Ferrari |
| Model | 405 | 308 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 2855 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 205 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 246 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| 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 | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 70 L |
