2004 Acura EL vs. 1957 Bristol 405
To start off, 2004 Acura EL is newer by 47 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 1,971 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Bristol 405 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Acura EL (124 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1957 Bristol 405. (100 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Acura EL should accelerate faster than 1957 Bristol 405. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Bristol 405 weights approximately 58 kg more than 2004 Acura EL.
Because 1957 Bristol 405 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1957 Bristol 405. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Acura EL, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2004 Acura EL (155 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Bristol 405. (152 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2004 Acura EL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Bristol 405.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Acura EL | 1957 Bristol 405 | |
Make | Acura | Bristol |
Model | EL | 405 |
Year Released | 2004 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1668 cc | 1971 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 124 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 155 Nm | 152 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1182 kg | 1240 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2900 mm |