1948 Bristol 400 vs. 1968 Triumph 2.5
To start off, 1968 Triumph 2.5 is newer by 20 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 2,498 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Triumph 2.5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Triumph 2.5 (150 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1948 Bristol 400. (79 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Triumph 2.5 should accelerate faster than 1948 Bristol 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Bristol 400 weights approximately 37 kg more than 1968 Triumph 2.5.
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. Let's talk about torque, 1968 Triumph 2.5 (222 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Bristol 400. (125 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1968 Triumph 2.5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Bristol 400.
Compare all specifications:
1948 Bristol 400 | 1968 Triumph 2.5 | |
Make | Bristol | Triumph |
Model | 400 | 2.5 |
Year Released | 1948 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1970 cc | 2498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 125 Nm | 222 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 74.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 95 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1133 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 64 L |