1997 AC Cobra vs. 1956 Bristol 405
To start off, 1997 AC Cobra is newer by 41 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 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 AC Cobra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 AC Cobra (365 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 264 more horse power than 1956 Bristol 405. (101 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1956 Bristol 405. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Bristol 405 weights approximately 214 kg more than 1997 AC Cobra.
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, 1997 AC Cobra (579 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 427 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Bristol 405. (152 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1997 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Bristol 405.
Compare all specifications:
1997 AC Cobra | 1956 Bristol 405 | |
Make | AC | Bristol |
Model | Cobra | 405 |
Year Released | 1997 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1971 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 365 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 579 Nm | 152 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1026 kg | 1240 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2900 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 72 L |