1949 Bristol 402 vs. 2008 Dacia Logan
To start off, 2008 Dacia Logan is newer by 59 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, 2008 Dacia Logan (86 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1949 Bristol 402. (85 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dacia Logan should accelerate faster than 1949 Bristol 402. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Bristol 402 weights approximately 170 kg more than 2008 Dacia Logan.
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, 2008 Dacia Logan, 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 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Dacia Logan. (127 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1949 Bristol 402 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Dacia Logan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Bristol 402 | 2008 Dacia Logan | |
| Make | Bristol | Dacia |
| Model | 402 | Logan |
| Year Released | 1949 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| 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 | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 50 L |
