1948 Bristol 401 vs. 2008 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2008 Toyota Hilux is newer by 60 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 2,494 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Hilux is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Hilux (118 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1948 Bristol 401. (85 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Hilux should accelerate faster than 1948 Bristol 401. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Hilux weights approximately 420 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, 2008 Toyota Hilux (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Bristol 401. (145 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Hilux will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Bristol 401.
Compare all specifications:
1948 Bristol 401 | 2008 Toyota Hilux | |
Make | Bristol | Toyota |
Model | 401 | Hilux |
Year Released | 1948 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1969 cc | 2494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 92.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 93.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 18.5:1 |
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 | 1645 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 3090 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 80 L |