1949 Bristol 400 vs. 1985 Renault Super 5
To start off, 1985 Renault Super 5 is newer by 36 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 38 more horse power than 1985 Renault Super 5. (41 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1949 Bristol 400 should accelerate faster than 1985 Renault Super 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Bristol 400 weights approximately 475 kg more than 1985 Renault Super 5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1949 Bristol 400 (125 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Renault Super 5. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1949 Bristol 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Renault Super 5.
Compare all specifications:
1949 Bristol 400 | 1985 Renault Super 5 | |
Make | Bristol | Renault |
Model | 400 | Super 5 |
Year Released | 1949 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 41 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 125 Nm | 66 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 695 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 3600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2410 mm |