1948 Bristol 401 vs. 1967 Maserati Mistral
To start off, 1967 Maserati Mistral is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Bristol 401. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Bristol 401 would be higher. At 4,014 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 Maserati Mistral is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Maserati Mistral (252 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1948 Bristol 401. (85 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Maserati Mistral should accelerate faster than 1948 Bristol 401. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Maserati Mistral weights approximately 40 kg more than 1948 Bristol 401. 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, 1967 Maserati Mistral (363 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Bristol 401. (145 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1967 Maserati Mistral will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Bristol 401.
Compare all specifications:
1948 Bristol 401 | 1967 Maserati Mistral | |
Make | Bristol | Maserati |
Model | 401 | Mistral |
Year Released | 1948 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1969 cc | 4014 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 252 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 363 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1265 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1190 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2410 mm |