1957 Bristol 405 vs. 2009 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2009 Dodge Ram is newer by 52 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Ram (212 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1957 Bristol 405. (100 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Ram 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, 2009 Dodge Ram (235 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Bristol 405. (152 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Bristol 405.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Bristol 405 | 2009 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Bristol | Dodge |
| Model | 405 | Ram |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 212 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 5320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 98 L |
