1955 Bristol 405 vs. 2011 Lotus Evora
To start off, 2011 Lotus Evora is newer by 56 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Bristol 405. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Bristol 405 would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Lotus Evora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Lotus Evora (276 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 1955 Bristol 405. (100 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lotus Evora should accelerate faster than 1955 Bristol 405.
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, 2011 Lotus Evora (349 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Bristol 405. (152 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2011 Lotus Evora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Bristol 405.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Bristol 405 | 2011 Lotus Evora | |
| Make | Bristol | Lotus |
| Model | 405 | Evora |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4341 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1222 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2576 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 59 L |
