1949 Bristol 400 vs. 1972 TVR M
To start off, 1972 TVR M is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Bristol 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Bristol 400 would be higher. At 2,498 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 TVR M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 TVR M (105 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1949 Bristol 400. (79 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 TVR M should accelerate faster than 1949 Bristol 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Bristol 400 weights approximately 145 kg more than 1972 TVR M.
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, 1972 TVR M (180 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Bristol 400. (125 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1972 TVR M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Bristol 400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Bristol 400 | 1972 TVR M | |
| Make | Bristol | TVR |
| Model | 400 | M |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 2498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2290 mm |
