1958 Bristol 405 vs. 1995 Opel Calibra
To start off, 1995 Opel Calibra is newer by 37 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Opel Calibra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Opel Calibra (115 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1958 Bristol 405. (100 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Opel Calibra should accelerate faster than 1958 Bristol 405. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Bristol 405 weights approximately 52 kg more than 1995 Opel Calibra.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Opel Calibra (170 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Bristol 405. (152 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1995 Opel Calibra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Bristol 405.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Bristol 405 | 1995 Opel Calibra | |
| Make | Bristol | Opel |
| Model | 405 | Calibra |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1242 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2610 mm |
