1958 Bristol 405 vs. 1994 Rover 100
To start off, 1994 Rover 100 is newer by 36 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, 1994 Rover 100 (103 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1958 Bristol 405. (100 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Rover 100 should accelerate faster than 1958 Bristol 405. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Bristol 405 weights approximately 372 kg more than 1994 Rover 100.
Let's talk about torque, 1958 Bristol 405 (152 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Rover 100. (135 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1958 Bristol 405 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Rover 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Bristol 405 | 1994 Rover 100 | |
| Make | Bristol | Rover |
| Model | 405 | 100 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 103 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1242 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1380 mm |
