1999 Bentley Hunaudieres vs. 1957 Bristol 405
To start off, 1999 Bentley Hunaudieres is newer by 42 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 8,000 cc (16 cylinders), 1999 Bentley Hunaudieres is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Bentley Hunaudieres (615 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 515 more horse power than 1957 Bristol 405. (100 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Bentley Hunaudieres should accelerate faster than 1957 Bristol 405. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Bentley Hunaudieres weights approximately 1210 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.
Because 1999 Bentley Hunaudieres is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Bristol 405. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Bentley Hunaudieres will offer significantly more control. 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, 1999 Bentley Hunaudieres (760 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 608 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Bristol 405. (152 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1999 Bentley Hunaudieres will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Bristol 405.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Bentley Hunaudieres | 1957 Bristol 405 | |
| Make | Bentley | Bristol |
| Model | Hunaudieres | 405 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 8000 cc | 1971 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 16 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | W | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 615 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 760 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 72 L |
