1949 Bristol 400 vs. 1974 Holden Torana
To start off, 1974 Holden Torana is newer by 25 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 3,298 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Holden Torana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Holden Torana (133 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1949 Bristol 400. (79 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Holden Torana should accelerate faster than 1949 Bristol 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Holden Torana weights approximately 15 kg more than 1949 Bristol 400. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1974 Holden Torana (264 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Bristol 400. (125 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1974 Holden Torana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Bristol 400. 1974 Holden Torana has automatic transmission and 1949 Bristol 400 has manual transmission. 1949 Bristol 400 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1974 Holden Torana will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1949 Bristol 400 | 1974 Holden Torana | |
Make | Bristol | Holden |
Model | 400 | Torana |
Year Released | 1949 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 3298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 125 Nm | 264 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1185 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2590 mm |