1958 Bristol 405 vs. 1997 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1997 Toyota Carina is newer by 39 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, 1997 Toyota Carina (105 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1958 Bristol 405. (100 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 1958 Bristol 405. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Bristol 405 weights approximately 97 kg more than 1997 Toyota Carina.
Because 1958 Bristol 405 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1958 Bristol 405. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Toyota Carina, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Toyota Carina. (136 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1958 Bristol 405 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Bristol 405 | 1997 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Bristol | Toyota |
Model | 405 | Carina |
Year Released | 1958 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1586 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 105 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 136 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1242 kg | 1145 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1420 mm |