1946 Bristol 450 vs. 1987 Toyota Crown
To start off, 1987 Toyota Crown is newer by 41 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 2,954 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Toyota Crown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Toyota Crown (190 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1946 Bristol 450. (153 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Toyota Crown should accelerate faster than 1946 Bristol 450. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Toyota Crown weights approximately 850 kg more than 1946 Bristol 450. 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 | 1987 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Bristol | Toyota |
| Model | 450 | Crown |
| Year Released | 1946 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 2954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 91 mm |
| Top Speed | 241 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2730 mm |
