1948 Bristol 401 vs. 2004 Vauxhall Monaro
To start off, 2004 Vauxhall Monaro 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 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Vauxhall Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Vauxhall Monaro (329 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 244 more horse power than 1948 Bristol 401. (85 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Vauxhall Monaro should accelerate faster than 1948 Bristol 401. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Vauxhall Monaro weights approximately 430 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, 2004 Vauxhall Monaro (465 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 320 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Bristol 401. (145 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Vauxhall Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Bristol 401.
Compare all specifications:
1948 Bristol 401 | 2004 Vauxhall Monaro | |
Make | Bristol | Vauxhall |
Model | 401 | Monaro |
Year Released | 1948 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1969 cc | 5665 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 329 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 465 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 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 | 1655 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2800 mm |