1957 Bristol 405 vs. 1999 Lotus GT 1
To start off, 1999 Lotus GT 1 is newer by 42 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 3,504 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Lotus GT 1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lotus GT 1 (573 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 473 more horse power than 1957 Bristol 405. (100 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lotus GT 1 should accelerate faster than 1957 Bristol 405. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Bristol 405 weights approximately 190 kg more than 1999 Lotus GT 1.
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, 1999 Lotus GT 1 (390 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Bristol 405. (152 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1999 Lotus GT 1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Bristol 405.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Bristol 405 | 1999 Lotus GT 1 | |
Make | Bristol | Lotus |
Model | 405 | GT 1 |
Year Released | 1957 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 3504 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 573 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7500 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 390 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2080 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1110 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2690 mm |