1948 Bristol 401 vs. 1987 Tatra T613
To start off, 1987 Tatra T613 is newer by 39 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 3,495 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Tatra T613 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Tatra T613 (167 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1948 Bristol 401. (85 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Tatra T613 should accelerate faster than 1948 Bristol 401. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Tatra T613 weights approximately 465 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, 1987 Tatra T613 (270 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Bristol 401. (145 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1987 Tatra T613 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Bristol 401.
Compare all specifications:
1948 Bristol 401 | 1987 Tatra T613 | |
Make | Bristol | Tatra |
Model | 401 | T613 |
Year Released | 1948 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1969 cc | 3495 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 167 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1690 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2990 mm |