1948 Bristol 401 vs. 1972 Ferrari 365 GTC
To start off, 1972 Ferrari 365 GTC is newer by 24 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 4,390 cc (12 cylinders), 1972 Ferrari 365 GTC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Ferrari 365 GTC (335 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 250 more horse power than 1948 Bristol 401. (85 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Ferrari 365 GTC should accelerate faster than 1948 Bristol 401. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ferrari 365 GTC weights approximately 225 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, 1972 Ferrari 365 GTC (430 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 285 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Bristol 401. (145 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1972 Ferrari 365 GTC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Bristol 401.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Bristol 401 | 1972 Ferrari 365 GTC | |
| Make | Bristol | Ferrari |
| Model | 401 | 365 GTC |
| Year Released | 1948 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1969 cc | 4390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 430 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 110 L |
