1949 Bristol 450 vs. 1951 Jaguar C-Type
To start off, 1951 Jaguar C-Type is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Bristol 450. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Bristol 450 would be higher. At 3,442 cc (6 cylinders), 1951 Jaguar C-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1951 Jaguar C-Type (200 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1949 Bristol 450. (154 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1951 Jaguar C-Type should accelerate faster than 1949 Bristol 450. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Jaguar C-Type weights approximately 235 kg more than 1949 Bristol 450. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Bristol 450 | 1951 Jaguar C-Type | |
| Make | Bristol | Jaguar |
| Model | 450 | C-Type |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1951 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 3442 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 106 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1090 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2440 mm |
