1958 Bristol 405 vs. 1974 Steyr Haflinger
To start off, 1974 Steyr Haflinger is newer by 16 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 1,971 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Bristol 405 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Bristol 405 (100 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1974 Steyr Haflinger. (27 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Bristol 405 should accelerate faster than 1974 Steyr Haflinger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Bristol 405 weights approximately 592 kg more than 1974 Steyr Haflinger. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1974 Steyr Haflinger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Bristol 405. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1974 Steyr Haflinger 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, 1958 Bristol 405 (152 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Steyr Haflinger. (46 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1958 Bristol 405 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Steyr Haflinger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Bristol 405 | 1974 Steyr Haflinger | |
| Make | Bristol | Steyr |
| Model | 405 | Haflinger |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1974 |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 643 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 27 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 46 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1242 kg | 650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 2860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 1510 mm |
