1948 Bristol 400 vs. 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara is newer by 63 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 2,393 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara (166 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1948 Bristol 400. (79 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara should accelerate faster than 1948 Bristol 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara weights approximately 403 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.
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, 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara (219 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Bristol 400. (125 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Bristol 400.
Compare all specifications:
1948 Bristol 400 | 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
Make | Bristol | Suzuki |
Model | 400 | Grand Vitara |
Year Released | 1948 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1970 cc | 2393 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 166 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 125 Nm | 219 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1573 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1695 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 66 L |