1946 Bristol 450 vs. 1974 NSU 1000
To start off, 1974 NSU 1000 is newer by 28 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. In terms of performance, 1946 Bristol 450 (153 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1974 NSU 1000. (38 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1946 Bristol 450 should accelerate faster than 1974 NSU 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1946 Bristol 450 weights approximately 70 kg more than 1974 NSU 1000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 | 1974 NSU 1000 | |
| Make | Bristol | NSU |
| Model | 450 | 1000 |
| Year Released | 1946 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2260 mm |
