1950 Bristol 401 vs. 1968 Ferrari 330
To start off, 1968 Ferrari 330 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Bristol 401. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Bristol 401 would be higher. At 3,966 cc (12 cylinders), 1968 Ferrari 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Ferrari 330 (296 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 224 more horse power than 1950 Bristol 401. (72 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Ferrari 330 should accelerate faster than 1950 Bristol 401. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Ferrari 330 weights approximately 208 kg more than 1950 Bristol 401. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1968 Ferrari 330 (390 Nm) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Bristol 401. (145 Nm). This means 1968 Ferrari 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Bristol 401.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Bristol 401 | 1968 Ferrari 330 | |
| Make | Bristol | Ferrari |
| Model | 401 | 330 |
| Year Released | 1950 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 3966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 390 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 71 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1433 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2400 mm |
