1958 Bristol 405 vs. 1961 Ford Zodiac

To start off, 1961 Ford Zodiac is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Bristol 405. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Bristol 405 would be higher. At 2,552 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 Ford Zodiac is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Bristol 405 (100 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1961 Ford Zodiac. (76 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Bristol 405 should accelerate faster than 1961 Ford Zodiac. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Bristol 405 weights approximately 51 kg more than 1961 Ford Zodiac. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

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, 1961 Ford Zodiac (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Bristol 405. (152 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1961 Ford Zodiac will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Bristol 405.

Compare all specifications:

1958 Bristol 405 1961 Ford Zodiac
Make Bristol Ford
Model 405 Zodiac
Year Released 1958 1961
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1971 cc 2552 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 100 HP 76 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 4400 RPM
Torque 152 Nm 187 Nm
Torque RPM 3750 RPM 2000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1242 kg 1191 kg
Vehicle Length 4820 mm 4600 mm
Vehicle Width 1730 mm 1760 mm
Vehicle Height 1470 mm 1520 mm
Wheelbase Size 2900 mm 2720 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 72 L 40 L


 

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