1948 Bristol 400 vs. 2006 Volkswagen Transporter
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Transporter is newer by 58 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, 2006 Volkswagen Transporter (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1948 Bristol 400. (79 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Transporter should accelerate faster than 1948 Bristol 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Bristol 400 weights approximately 8 kg more than 2006 Volkswagen Transporter.
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, 2006 Volkswagen Transporter, 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, 2006 Volkswagen Transporter (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Bristol 400. (125 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Transporter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Bristol 400.
Compare all specifications:
1948 Bristol 400 | 2006 Volkswagen Transporter | |
Make | Bristol | Volkswagen |
Model | 400 | Transporter |
Year Released | 1948 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1970 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 125 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1162 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 5480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 2000 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 3410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 80 L |