1949 Bristol 402 vs. 1995 Suzuki X90
To start off, 1995 Suzuki X90 is newer by 46 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 1,971 cc (6 cylinders), 1949 Bristol 402 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Suzuki X90 (95 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1949 Bristol 402. (85 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Suzuki X90 should accelerate faster than 1949 Bristol 402. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Bristol 402 weights approximately 91 kg more than 1995 Suzuki X90.
Because 1995 Suzuki X90 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1949 Bristol 402. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Suzuki X90 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1949 Bristol 402 (145 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Suzuki X90. (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1949 Bristol 402 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Suzuki X90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Bristol 402 | 1995 Suzuki X90 | |
| Make | Bristol | Suzuki |
| Model | 402 | X90 |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1134 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 42 L |
