1949 Bristol 402 vs. 1974 Ferrari Dino
To start off, 1974 Ferrari Dino is newer by 25 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 2,924 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Ferrari Dino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Ferrari Dino (250 HP) has 165 more horse power than 1949 Bristol 402. (85 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Ferrari Dino should accelerate faster than 1949 Bristol 402. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Ferrari Dino weights approximately 104 kg more than 1949 Bristol 402. 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, 1974 Ferrari Dino (283 Nm) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Bristol 402. (145 Nm). This means 1974 Ferrari Dino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Bristol 402.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Bristol 402 | 1974 Ferrari Dino | |
| Make | Bristol | Ferrari |
| Model | 402 | Dino |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 2924 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 250 HP |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 283 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 71.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1329 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1190 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 65 L |
