1949 Bristol 402 vs. 1966 Holden EH
To start off, 1966 Holden EH is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Bristol 402. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Bristol 402 would be higher. At 2,930 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Holden EH is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Holden EH (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1949 Bristol 402. (85 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Holden EH should accelerate faster than 1949 Bristol 402. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Bristol 402 weights approximately 40 kg more than 1966 Holden EH.
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, 1966 Holden EH (237 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Bristol 402. (145 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1966 Holden EH will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Bristol 402. 1966 Holden EH has automatic transmission and 1949 Bristol 402 has manual transmission. 1949 Bristol 402 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1966 Holden EH will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1949 Bristol 402 | 1966 Holden EH | |
Make | Bristol | Holden |
Model | 402 | EH |
Year Released | 1949 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 2930 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 237 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1185 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2680 mm |