1949 Bristol 401 vs. 1983 Opel Senator
To start off, 1983 Opel Senator is newer by 34 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 2,490 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Opel Senator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Opel Senator (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1949 Bristol 401. (72 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Opel Senator should accelerate faster than 1949 Bristol 401. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Opel Senator weights approximately 149 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, 1983 Opel Senator (189 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Bristol 401. (145 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1983 Opel Senator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Bristol 401.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Bristol 401 | 1983 Opel Senator | |
| Make | Bristol | Opel |
| Model | 401 | Senator |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 2490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 189 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 69.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1374 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2690 mm |
