1967 Avanti Avanti vs. 1957 Bristol 405
To start off, 1967 Avanti Avanti is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Bristol 405. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Bristol 405 would be higher. At 5,352 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Avanti Avanti (254 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1957 Bristol 405. (100 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 1957 Bristol 405. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 220 kg more than 1957 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Avanti Avanti | 1957 Bristol 405 | |
| Make | Avanti | Bristol |
| Model | Avanti | 405 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5352 cc | 1971 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 72 L |
