1958 Bristol 405 vs. 2007 SsangYong Kyron
To start off, 2007 SsangYong Kyron is newer by 49 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), 2007 SsangYong Kyron is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 SsangYong Kyron (139 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1958 Bristol 405. (100 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 SsangYong Kyron should accelerate faster than 1958 Bristol 405. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 SsangYong Kyron weights approximately 759 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 SsangYong Kyron (310 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Bristol 405. (152 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2007 SsangYong Kyron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Bristol 405. 2007 SsangYong Kyron 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. 2007 SsangYong Kyron will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Bristol 405 | 2007 SsangYong Kyron | |
| Make | Bristol | SsangYong |
| Model | 405 | Kyron |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2007 |
| 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 | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1242 kg | 2001 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 75 L |
