1949 Bristol 450 vs. 1969 Bristol 410
To start off, 1969 Bristol 410 is newer by 20 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 5,211 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Bristol 410 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Bristol 410 (215 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1949 Bristol 450. (154 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Bristol 410 should accelerate faster than 1949 Bristol 450. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Bristol 410 weights approximately 870 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 | 1969 Bristol 410 | |
| Make | Bristol | Bristol |
| Model | 450 | 410 |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 5211 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 99.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 81 L |
