1948 Bristol 401 vs. 1998 Tata E
To start off, 1998 Tata E is newer by 50 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 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Tata E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Tata E (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1948 Bristol 401. (85 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Tata E should accelerate faster than 1948 Bristol 401. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Tata E weights approximately 145 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, 1998 Tata E (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Bristol 401. (145 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Tata E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Bristol 401.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Bristol 401 | 1998 Tata E | |
| Make | Bristol | Tata |
| Model | 401 | E |
| Year Released | 1948 | 1998 |
| Engine Size | 1969 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2810 mm |
