1957 Bristol 405 vs. 2012 Opel Antara
To start off, 2012 Opel Antara is newer by 55 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 1,990 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Opel Antara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Opel Antara (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1957 Bristol 405. (100 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Opel Antara should accelerate faster than 1957 Bristol 405. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Opel Antara weights approximately 615 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 2012 Opel Antara 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, 2012 Opel Antara 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, 2012 Opel Antara (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Bristol 405. (152 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2012 Opel Antara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Bristol 405. 2012 Opel Antara has automatic transmission and 1957 Bristol 405 has manual transmission. 1957 Bristol 405 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Opel Antara will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Bristol 405 | 2012 Opel Antara | |
| Make | Bristol | Opel |
| Model | 405 | Antara |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 65 L |
