1948 Bristol 400 vs. 1983 Peugeot 305
To start off, 1983 Peugeot 305 is newer by 35 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, 1983 Peugeot 305 (104 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1948 Bristol 400. (79 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Peugeot 305 should accelerate faster than 1948 Bristol 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Bristol 400 weights approximately 170 kg more than 1983 Peugeot 305.
Because 1948 Bristol 400 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1948 Bristol 400. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Peugeot 305, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1983 Peugeot 305 (165 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Bristol 400. (125 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1983 Peugeot 305 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Bristol 400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Bristol 400 | 1983 Peugeot 305 | |
| Make | Bristol | Peugeot |
| Model | 400 | 305 |
| Year Released | 1948 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 1904 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 53 L |
