1948 Bristol 450 vs. 2012 Land Rover LR2
To start off, 2012 Land Rover LR2 is newer by 64 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 3,200 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Land Rover LR2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Land Rover LR2 (230 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1948 Bristol 450. (153 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Land Rover LR2 should accelerate faster than 1948 Bristol 450. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Land Rover LR2 weights approximately 1045 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.
Because 2012 Land Rover LR2 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1948 Bristol 450. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Land Rover LR2 will offer significantly more control. 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 | 2012 Land Rover LR2 | |
| Make | Bristol | Land Rover |
| Model | 450 | LR2 |
| Year Released | 1948 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 3200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 1775 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4496 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1908 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2659 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 70 L |
