1948 Bristol 400 vs. 1957 Porsche 356
To start off, 1957 Porsche 356 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Bristol 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Bristol 400 would be higher. At 1,970 cc (6 cylinders), 1948 Bristol 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1948 Bristol 400 (79 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1957 Porsche 356. (59 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1948 Bristol 400 should accelerate faster than 1957 Porsche 356. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Bristol 400 weights approximately 380 kg more than 1957 Porsche 356. 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:
| 1948 Bristol 400 | 1957 Porsche 356 | |
| Make | Bristol | Porsche |
| Model | 400 | 356 |
| Year Released | 1948 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 1581 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 74 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2110 mm |
