1949 Bristol 401 vs. 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo
To start off, 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo is newer by 64 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 4,691 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo (405 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 333 more horse power than 1949 Bristol 401. (72 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo should accelerate faster than 1949 Bristol 401. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo weights approximately 655 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, 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo (522 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 377 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Bristol 401. (145 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Bristol 401. 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo has automatic transmission and 1949 Bristol 401 has manual transmission. 1949 Bristol 401 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1949 Bristol 401 | 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo | |
Make | Bristol | Maserati |
Model | 401 | Gran Turismo |
Year Released | 1949 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 4691 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 405 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 522 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4881 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2056 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1353 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2942 mm |