1948 Bristol 400 vs. 1974 Holden Belmont
To start off, 1974 Holden Belmont is newer by 26 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 5,042 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Holden Belmont is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Holden Belmont (239 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 1948 Bristol 400. (79 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Holden Belmont should accelerate faster than 1948 Bristol 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Holden Belmont weights approximately 195 kg more than 1948 Bristol 400. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1974 Holden Belmont (427 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 302 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Bristol 400. (125 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1974 Holden Belmont will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Bristol 400.
Compare all specifications:
1948 Bristol 400 | 1974 Holden Belmont | |
Make | Bristol | Holden |
Model | 400 | Belmont |
Year Released | 1948 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1970 cc | 5042 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 239 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 125 Nm | 427 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1365 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2830 mm |