1949 Bristol 401 vs. 1993 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit
To start off, 1993 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit is newer by 44 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 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit (208 HP @ 3900 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1949 Bristol 401. (72 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit should accelerate faster than 1949 Bristol 401. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit weights approximately 1157 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, 1993 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit (402 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 257 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Bristol 401. (145 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1993 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Bristol 401.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Bristol 401 | 1993 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit | |
| Make | Bristol | Rolls-Royce |
| Model | 401 | Silver Spirit |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 6750 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 402 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 2382 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 3070 mm |
