1957 Bristol 405 vs. 2011 Porsche 911
To start off, 2011 Porsche 911 is newer by 54 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Porsche 911 (530 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 430 more horse power than 1957 Bristol 405. (100 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1957 Bristol 405. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Porsche 911 weights approximately 420 kg more than 1957 Bristol 405. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Porsche 911 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Bristol 405. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Porsche 911 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, 2011 Porsche 911 (699 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 547 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Bristol 405. (152 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2011 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Bristol 405.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Bristol 405 | 2011 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Bristol | Porsche |
Model | 405 | 911 |
Year Released | 1957 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 530 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 699 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1660 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4478 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2350 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 67 L |