1947 Bristol 450 vs. 2009 Land Rover Defender
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Defender is newer by 62 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1947 Bristol 450. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1947 Bristol 450 would be higher. At 2,402 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Land Rover Defender is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1947 Bristol 450 (153 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2009 Land Rover Defender. (120 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1947 Bristol 450 should accelerate faster than 2009 Land Rover Defender. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 1978 kg more than 1947 Bristol 450.
Because 2009 Land Rover Defender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1947 Bristol 450. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Defender will offer significantly more control. 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:
| 1947 Bristol 450 | 2009 Land Rover Defender | |
| Make | Bristol | Land Rover |
| Model | 450 | Defender |
| Year Released | 1947 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 2402 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 2708 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 60 L |
