1957 Bristol 405 vs. 2005 Hyundai Accent
To start off, 2005 Hyundai Accent 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 1,971 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Bristol 405 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Hyundai Accent (101 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1957 Bristol 405. (100 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Accent should accelerate faster than 1957 Bristol 405. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Bristol 405 weights approximately 218 kg more than 2005 Hyundai Accent.
Because 1957 Bristol 405 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1957 Bristol 405. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Accent, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1957 Bristol 405 (152 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Hyundai Accent. (133 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1957 Bristol 405 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Hyundai Accent.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Bristol 405 | 2005 Hyundai Accent | |
| Make | Bristol | Hyundai |
| Model | 405 | Accent |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1022 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 45 L |
