1958 Bristol 405 vs. 2008 Ferrari 612
To start off, 2008 Ferrari 612 is newer by 50 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, 2008 Ferrari 612 (541 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 441 more horse power than 1958 Bristol 405. (100 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ferrari 612 should accelerate faster than 1958 Bristol 405. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ferrari 612 weights approximately 683 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, 2008 Ferrari 612 (587 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 435 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Bristol 405. (152 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2008 Ferrari 612 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Bristol 405.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Bristol 405 | 2008 Ferrari 612 | |
Make | Bristol | Ferrari |
Model | 405 | 612 |
Year Released | 1958 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 478 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 541 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7250 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 587 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1242 kg | 1925 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 350 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2960 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 105 L |