1949 Bristol 400 vs. 2009 Pontiac Solstice
To start off, 2009 Pontiac Solstice is newer by 60 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Pontiac Solstice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Pontiac Solstice (260 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 1949 Bristol 400. (79 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Pontiac Solstice should accelerate faster than 1949 Bristol 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Pontiac Solstice weights approximately 159 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, 2009 Pontiac Solstice (353 Nm @ 5300 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Bristol 400. (125 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Pontiac Solstice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Bristol 400.
Compare all specifications:
1949 Bristol 400 | 2009 Pontiac Solstice | |
Make | Bristol | Pontiac |
Model | 400 | Solstice |
Year Released | 1949 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 125 Nm | 353 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1329 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2420 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 49 L |