1949 Bristol 400 vs. 1991 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit
To start off, 1991 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit is newer by 42 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 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit (208 HP @ 3900 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1949 Bristol 400. (79 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit should accelerate faster than 1949 Bristol 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit weights approximately 1210 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, 1991 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit (403 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 278 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Bristol 400. (125 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1991 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Bristol 400.
Compare all specifications:
1949 Bristol 400 | 1991 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit | |
Make | Bristol | Rolls-Royce |
Model | 400 | Silver Spirit |
Year Released | 1949 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 6750 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Torque | 125 Nm | 403 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 2380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 5280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 3070 mm |