1958 Bristol 405 vs. 2005 Koenigsegg CCR
To start off, 2005 Koenigsegg CCR is newer by 47 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 4,719 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Koenigsegg CCR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Koenigsegg CCR (816 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 716 more horse power than 1958 Bristol 405. (100 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Koenigsegg CCR should accelerate faster than 1958 Bristol 405. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Bristol 405 weights approximately 62 kg more than 2005 Koenigsegg CCR.
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, 2005 Koenigsegg CCR (920 Nm @ 5700 RPM) has 768 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Bristol 405. (152 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2005 Koenigsegg CCR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Bristol 405.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Bristol 405 | 2005 Koenigsegg CCR | |
| Make | Bristol | Koenigsegg |
| Model | 405 | CCR |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 4719 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 816 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6900 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 920 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1242 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4191 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1989 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1069 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2659 mm |
