1957 Bristol 405 vs. 2004 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2004 Ford Falcon is newer by 47 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 3,984 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Falcon (220 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1957 Bristol 405. (100 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1957 Bristol 405. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Falcon weights approximately 275 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, 2004 Ford Falcon (357 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Bristol 405. (152 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Bristol 405.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Bristol 405 | 2004 Ford Falcon | |
Make | Bristol | Ford |
Model | 405 | Falcon |
Year Released | 1957 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 3984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 220 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 357 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1515 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 59 L |