1949 Bristol 400 vs. 2004 Maserati Coupe
To start off, 2004 Maserati Coupe is newer by 55 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 4,244 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Maserati Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Maserati Coupe (395 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 316 more horse power than 1949 Bristol 400. (79 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Maserati Coupe should accelerate faster than 1949 Bristol 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Maserati Coupe weights approximately 500 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, 2004 Maserati Coupe (451 Nm) has 326 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Bristol 400. (125 Nm). This means 2004 Maserati Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Bristol 400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Bristol 400 | 2004 Maserati Coupe | |
| Make | Bristol | Maserati |
| Model | 400 | Coupe |
| Year Released | 1949 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 4244 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 451 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 88 L |
