1958 Bristol 405 vs. 2006 Lexus IS
To start off, 2006 Lexus IS is newer by 48 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 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Lexus IS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Lexus IS (210 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1958 Bristol 405. (100 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lexus IS should accelerate faster than 1958 Bristol 405. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Lexus IS weights approximately 373 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.
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, 2006 Lexus IS (288 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Bristol 405. (152 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2006 Lexus IS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Bristol 405. 2006 Lexus IS has automatic transmission and 1958 Bristol 405 has manual transmission. 1958 Bristol 405 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Lexus IS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Bristol 405 | 2006 Lexus IS | |
| Make | Bristol | Lexus |
| Model | 405 | IS |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 2997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 288 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1242 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 70 L |
