1958 Bristol 405 vs. 1982 Mitsubishi Starion
To start off, 1982 Mitsubishi Starion is newer by 24 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Mitsubishi Starion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Mitsubishi Starion (134 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1958 Bristol 405. (100 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Mitsubishi Starion should accelerate faster than 1958 Bristol 405. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Bristol 405 weights approximately 57 kg more than 1982 Mitsubishi Starion.
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, 1982 Mitsubishi Starion (215 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Bristol 405. (152 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1982 Mitsubishi Starion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Bristol 405.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Bristol 405 | 1982 Mitsubishi Starion | |
| Make | Bristol | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 405 | Starion |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1242 kg | 1185 kg |
