1957 Bristol 405 vs. 2006 Morgan Aero 8
To start off, 2006 Morgan Aero 8 is newer by 49 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 4,396 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Morgan Aero 8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Morgan Aero 8 (282 HP @ 3700 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1957 Bristol 405. (100 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Morgan Aero 8 should accelerate faster than 1957 Bristol 405. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Bristol 405 weights approximately 20 kg more than 2006 Morgan Aero 8.
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, 2006 Morgan Aero 8 (430 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 278 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Bristol 405. (152 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2006 Morgan Aero 8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Bristol 405.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Bristol 405 | 2006 Morgan Aero 8 | |
Make | Bristol | Morgan |
Model | 405 | Aero 8 |
Year Released | 1957 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 4396 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 282 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 430 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3700 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 | 1220 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1100 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2540 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 70 L |