1948 Bristol 401 vs. 2006 Chevrolet SSR
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet SSR is newer by 58 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 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet SSR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet SSR (401 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 316 more horse power than 1948 Bristol 401. (85 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet SSR should accelerate faster than 1948 Bristol 401. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Bristol 401 weights approximately 147 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet SSR.
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, 2006 Chevrolet SSR (542 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 397 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Bristol 401. (145 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet SSR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Bristol 401.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Bristol 401 | 2006 Chevrolet SSR | |
| Make | Bristol | Chevrolet |
| Model | 401 | SSR |
| Year Released | 1948 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1969 cc | 5965 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 401 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 542 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 91.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 10.9:1 |
| 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 | 1078 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2950 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 95 L |
