1949 Bristol 402 vs. 2011 Dacia Duster
To start off, 2011 Dacia Duster is newer by 62 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, 2011 Dacia Duster (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1949 Bristol 402. (85 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Dacia Duster should accelerate faster than 1949 Bristol 402. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Bristol 402 weights approximately 25 kg more than 2011 Dacia Duster.
Because 2011 Dacia Duster 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, 2011 Dacia Duster 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, 2011 Dacia Duster (177 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Bristol 402. (145 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Dacia Duster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Bristol 402.
Compare all specifications:
1949 Bristol 402 | 2011 Dacia Duster | |
Make | Bristol | Dacia |
Model | 402 | Duster |
Year Released | 1949 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1461 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 177 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4315 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1822 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2673 mm |