1949 Bristol 400 vs. 1984 Pontiac Grand Am
To start off, 1984 Pontiac Grand Am is newer by 35 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 2,469 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Pontiac Grand Am is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Pontiac Grand Am (89 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1949 Bristol 400. (79 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Pontiac Grand Am should accelerate faster than 1949 Bristol 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Bristol 400 weights approximately 40 kg more than 1984 Pontiac Grand Am.
Because 1949 Bristol 400 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1949 Bristol 400. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Pontiac Grand Am, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1984 Pontiac Grand Am (179 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Bristol 400. (125 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1984 Pontiac Grand Am will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Bristol 400.
Compare all specifications:
1949 Bristol 400 | 1984 Pontiac Grand Am | |
Make | Bristol | Pontiac |
Model | 400 | Grand Am |
Year Released | 1949 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 2469 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 125 Nm | 179 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 76.2 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1130 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2630 mm |