1949 Bristol 401 vs. 1982 Lamborghini Jalpa
To start off, 1982 Lamborghini Jalpa is newer by 33 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 3,480 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Lamborghini Jalpa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Lamborghini Jalpa (252 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 1949 Bristol 401. (72 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Lamborghini Jalpa should accelerate faster than 1949 Bristol 401. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Lamborghini Jalpa weights approximately 275 kg more than 1949 Bristol 401. 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, 1982 Lamborghini Jalpa (314 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Bristol 401. (145 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1982 Lamborghini Jalpa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Bristol 401.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Bristol 401 | 1982 Lamborghini Jalpa | |
| Make | Bristol | Lamborghini |
| Model | 401 | Jalpa |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 3480 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 314 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2460 mm |
