1949 Bristol 400 vs. 1975 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1975 Toyota Publica is newer by 26 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 1,971 cc (6 cylinders), 1949 Bristol 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1949 Bristol 400 (79 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1975 Toyota Publica. (47 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1949 Bristol 400 should accelerate faster than 1975 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Bristol 400 weights approximately 490 kg more than 1975 Toyota Publica. 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:
| 1949 Bristol 400 | 1975 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Bristol | Toyota |
| Model | 400 | Publica |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 3700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2170 mm |
