1949 Bristol 400 vs. 1982 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 1982 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 33 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 3,429 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Toyota Land Cruiser (97 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1949 Bristol 400. (79 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1949 Bristol 400.
Because 1982 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1949 Bristol 400. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 Toyota Land Cruiser 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. Let's talk about torque, 1982 Toyota Land Cruiser (226 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Bristol 400. (125 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1982 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Bristol 400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Bristol 400 | 1982 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Bristol | Toyota |
| Model | 400 | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 3429 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 105 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1700 mm |
