1957 Bristol 405 vs. 2007 Pontiac Solstice
To start off, 2007 Pontiac Solstice is newer by 50 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 2,398 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Pontiac Solstice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Pontiac Solstice (177 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1957 Bristol 405. (100 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Pontiac Solstice should accelerate faster than 1957 Bristol 405.
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, 2007 Pontiac Solstice (225 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Bristol 405. (152 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2007 Pontiac Solstice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Bristol 405.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Bristol 405 | 2007 Pontiac Solstice | |
| Make | Bristol | Pontiac |
| Model | 405 | Solstice |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 2398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 49 L |
