1948 Bristol 401 vs. 1999 Opel Omega
To start off, 1999 Opel Omega is newer by 51 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 2,496 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Opel Omega (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1948 Bristol 401. (85 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 1948 Bristol 401. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Omega weights approximately 450 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, 1999 Opel Omega (227 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Bristol 401. (145 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Bristol 401.
Compare all specifications:
1948 Bristol 401 | 1999 Opel Omega | |
Make | Bristol | Opel |
Model | 401 | Omega |
Year Released | 1948 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1969 cc | 2496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 227 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1675 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2740 mm |