1948 Bristol 400 vs. 2007 TVR Tuscan
To start off, 2007 TVR Tuscan is newer by 59 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 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 TVR Tuscan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 TVR Tuscan (355 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 276 more horse power than 1948 Bristol 400. (79 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 TVR Tuscan should accelerate faster than 1948 Bristol 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Bristol 400 weights approximately 70 kg more than 2007 TVR Tuscan.
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, 2007 TVR Tuscan (420 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 295 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Bristol 400. (125 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 TVR Tuscan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Bristol 400.
Compare all specifications:
1948 Bristol 400 | 2007 TVR Tuscan | |
Make | Bristol | TVR |
Model | 400 | Tuscan |
Year Released | 1948 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1970 cc | 3996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 355 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 125 Nm | 420 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2370 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 65 L |