1958 Bristol 405 vs. 2013 Porsche Cayman
To start off, 2013 Porsche Cayman is newer by 55 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 3,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Porsche Cayman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Cayman (325 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 225 more horse power than 1958 Bristol 405. (100 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Cayman should accelerate faster than 1958 Bristol 405. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche Cayman weights approximately 53 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, 2013 Porsche Cayman (370 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Bristol 405. (152 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Cayman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Bristol 405.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Bristol 405 | 2013 Porsche Cayman | |
| Make | Bristol | Porsche |
| Model | 405 | Cayman |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 325 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| 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 | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4347 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1285 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2415 mm |
