1949 Bristol 402 vs. 1996 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1996 Toyota Corolla is newer by 47 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, 1996 Toyota Corolla (105 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1949 Bristol 402. (85 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1949 Bristol 402. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Bristol 402 weights approximately 135 kg more than 1996 Toyota Corolla.
Because 1949 Bristol 402 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1949 Bristol 402. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Corolla, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota Corolla. (135 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1949 Bristol 402 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
1949 Bristol 402 | 1996 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Bristol | Toyota |
Model | 402 | Corolla |
Year Released | 1949 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 105 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1090 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2470 mm |