1964 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III vs. 1956 Bristol 405
To start off, 1964 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Bristol 405. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Bristol 405 would be higher. At 2,912 cc (6 cylinders), 1964 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III (148 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1956 Bristol 405. (101 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III should accelerate faster than 1956 Bristol 405. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Bristol 405 weights approximately 60 kg more than 1964 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III.
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, 1964 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III (225 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Bristol 405. (152 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1964 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Bristol 405.
Compare all specifications:
1964 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III | 1956 Bristol 405 | |
Make | Austin-Healey | Bristol |
Model | 3000 Mk III | 405 |
Year Released | 1964 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2912 cc | 1971 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 225 Nm | 152 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1240 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2900 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 72 L |