1948 Bristol 401 vs. 2011 Porsche 911
To start off, 2011 Porsche 911 is newer by 63 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Porsche 911 (345 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 260 more horse power than 1948 Bristol 401. (85 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1948 Bristol 401. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Porsche 911 weights approximately 164 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, 2011 Porsche 911 (390 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Bristol 401. (145 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Bristol 401.
Compare all specifications:
1948 Bristol 401 | 2011 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Bristol | Porsche |
Model | 401 | 911 |
Year Released | 1948 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1969 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 345 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 390 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 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 | 1389 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1808 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1311 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2350 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 64 L |