1957 Bristol 405 vs. 2008 Renault Kangoo
To start off, 2008 Renault Kangoo is newer by 51 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, 1957 Bristol 405 (100 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2008 Renault Kangoo. (94 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Bristol 405 should accelerate faster than 2008 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Renault Kangoo weights approximately 135 kg more than 1957 Bristol 405.
Because 2008 Renault Kangoo 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, 2008 Renault Kangoo 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, 1957 Bristol 405 (152 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Renault Kangoo. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1957 Bristol 405 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Renault Kangoo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Bristol 405 | 2008 Renault Kangoo | |
| Make | Bristol | Renault |
| Model | 405 | Kangoo |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 60 L |
