1948 Bristol 400 vs. 1994 McLaren F1
To start off, 1994 McLaren F1 is newer by 46 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 6,062 cc (12 cylinders), 1994 McLaren F1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 McLaren F1 (627 HP) has 548 more horse power than 1948 Bristol 400. (79 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1994 McLaren F1 should accelerate faster than 1948 Bristol 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Bristol 400 weights approximately 50 kg more than 1994 McLaren F1.
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, 1994 McLaren F1 (881 Nm) has 756 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Bristol 400. (125 Nm). This means 1994 McLaren F1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Bristol 400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Bristol 400 | 1994 McLaren F1 | |
| Make | Bristol | McLaren |
| Model | 400 | F1 |
| Year Released | 1948 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 6062 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 627 HP |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 881 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2720 mm |
