1958 Bristol 405 vs. 1988 GMC Jimmy
To start off, 1988 GMC Jimmy is newer by 30 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 4,299 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 GMC Jimmy (158 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1958 Bristol 405. (100 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 GMC Jimmy should accelerate faster than 1958 Bristol 405. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 208 kg more than 1958 Bristol 405. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 GMC Jimmy 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, 1988 GMC Jimmy 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, 1988 GMC Jimmy (313 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Bristol 405. (152 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1988 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Bristol 405.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Bristol 405 | 1988 GMC Jimmy | |
| Make | Bristol | GMC |
| Model | 405 | Jimmy |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 4299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 313 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1242 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2560 mm |
