1948 Bristol 400 vs. 1996 Opel Calibra
To start off, 1996 Opel Calibra is newer by 48 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Opel Calibra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Opel Calibra (115 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1948 Bristol 400. (79 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Opel Calibra should accelerate faster than 1948 Bristol 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Opel Calibra weights approximately 20 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Opel Calibra (173 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Bristol 400. (125 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Opel Calibra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Bristol 400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Bristol 400 | 1996 Opel Calibra | |
| Make | Bristol | Opel |
| Model | 400 | Calibra |
| Year Released | 1948 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2610 mm |
