1957 Bristol 405 vs. 2005 Honda NSX
To start off, 2005 Honda NSX is newer by 48 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 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda NSX (276 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 1957 Bristol 405. (100 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1957 Bristol 405. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda NSX weights approximately 260 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, 2005 Honda NSX (298 Nm @ 5300 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Bristol 405. (152 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2005 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Bristol 405.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Bristol 405 | 2005 Honda NSX | |
Make | Bristol | Honda |
Model | 405 | NSX |
Year Released | 1957 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 3179 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7300 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 298 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
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 | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 70 L |