1948 Bristol 450 vs. 1957 Ferrari 250 GT
To start off, 1957 Ferrari 250 GT is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Bristol 450. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Bristol 450 would be higher. At 2,953 cc (12 cylinders), 1957 Ferrari 250 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Ferrari 250 GT (280 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1948 Bristol 450. (153 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Ferrari 250 GT should accelerate faster than 1948 Bristol 450. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Ferrari 250 GT weights approximately 450 kg more than 1948 Bristol 450. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Bristol 450 | 1957 Ferrari 250 GT | |
| Make | Bristol | Ferrari |
| Model | 450 | 250 GT |
| Year Released | 1948 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 2953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 280 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 58.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 100 L |
