1946 Bristol 450 vs. 1949 Bugatti Type 73
To start off, 1949 Bugatti Type 73 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1946 Bristol 450. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1946 Bristol 450 would be higher. At 1,971 cc (6 cylinders), 1946 Bristol 450 is equipped with a bigger engine.
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:
1946 Bristol 450 | 1949 Bugatti Type 73 | |
Make | Bristol | Bugatti |
Model | 450 | Type 73 |
Year Released | 1946 | 1949 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1463 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 0 HP |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |