1948 Bristol 450 vs. 1967 Toyota Sport 800
To start off, 1967 Toyota Sport 800 is newer by 19 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 1,971 cc (6 cylinders), 1948 Bristol 450 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1948 Bristol 450 (153 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1967 Toyota Sport 800. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1948 Bristol 450 should accelerate faster than 1967 Toyota Sport 800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Bristol 450 weights approximately 150 kg more than 1967 Toyota Sport 800. 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 | 1967 Toyota Sport 800 | |
| Make | Bristol | Toyota |
| Model | 450 | Sport 800 |
| Year Released | 1948 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 790 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 75 L |
