1948 Bristol 450 vs. 1958 Morris Isis
To start off, 1958 Morris Isis is newer by 10 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 2,639 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Morris Isis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1948 Bristol 450 (153 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1958 Morris Isis. (85 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1948 Bristol 450 should accelerate faster than 1958 Morris Isis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Morris Isis weights approximately 585 kg more than 1948 Bristol 450.
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 | 1958 Morris Isis | |
| Make | Bristol | Morris |
| Model | 450 | Isis |
| Year Released | 1948 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 2639 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 79.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 1315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2470 mm |
