1946 Bristol 450 vs. 2000 TVR Speed 12
To start off, 2000 TVR Speed 12 is newer by 54 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 7,730 cc (12 cylinders), 2000 TVR Speed 12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 TVR Speed 12 (790 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 637 more horse power than 1946 Bristol 450. (153 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 TVR Speed 12 should accelerate faster than 1946 Bristol 450. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 TVR Speed 12 weights approximately 270 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 | 2000 TVR Speed 12 | |
Make | Bristol | TVR |
Model | 450 | Speed 12 |
Year Released | 1946 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 7730 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 790 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1110 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 57 L |