1949 Bristol 401 vs. 1969 DAF 44
To start off, 1969 DAF 44 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Bristol 401. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Bristol 401 would be higher. At 1,971 cc (6 cylinders), 1949 Bristol 401 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1949 Bristol 401 (72 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1969 DAF 44. (34 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1949 Bristol 401 should accelerate faster than 1969 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Bristol 401 weights approximately 470 kg more than 1969 DAF 44. 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 401 (145 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 DAF 44. (65 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1949 Bristol 401 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Bristol 401 | 1969 DAF 44 | |
| Make | Bristol | DAF |
| Model | 401 | 44 |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 842 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2260 mm |
