1957 Bristol 405 vs. 2004 Land Rover Freelander
To start off, 2004 Land Rover Freelander 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 1,971 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Bristol 405 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Land Rover Freelander (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1957 Bristol 405. (100 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Land Rover Freelander should accelerate faster than 1957 Bristol 405. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 164 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.
Because 2004 Land Rover Freelander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Bristol 405. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Land Rover Freelander will offer significantly more control. 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 Land Rover Freelander (165 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Bristol 405. (152 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2004 Land Rover Freelander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Bristol 405.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Bristol 405 | 2004 Land Rover Freelander | |
Make | Bristol | Land Rover |
Model | 405 | Freelander |
Year Released | 1957 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1404 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2560 mm |