1948 Bristol 401 vs. 2004 Panoz AIV
To start off, 2004 Panoz AIV is newer by 56 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 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Panoz AIV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Panoz AIV (301 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 216 more horse power than 1948 Bristol 401. (85 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Panoz AIV should accelerate faster than 1948 Bristol 401. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Bristol 401 weights approximately 45 kg more than 2004 Panoz AIV.
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, 2004 Panoz AIV (407 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 262 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Bristol 401. (145 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Panoz AIV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Bristol 401.
Compare all specifications:
1948 Bristol 401 | 2004 Panoz AIV | |
Make | Bristol | Panoz |
Model | 401 | AIV |
Year Released | 1948 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1969 cc | 4601 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 301 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 407 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 90.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 90.2 mm |
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 | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 59 L |