1950 Bristol 401 vs. 1968 Opel GT
To start off, 1968 Opel GT 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 1,971 cc (6 cylinders), 1950 Bristol 401 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Opel GT (88 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1950 Bristol 401. (72 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Opel GT should accelerate faster than 1950 Bristol 401. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Bristol 401 weights approximately 255 kg more than 1968 Opel GT.
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 Opel GT (150 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Bristol 401. (145 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1968 Opel GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Bristol 401.
Compare all specifications:
1950 Bristol 401 | 1968 Opel GT | |
Make | Bristol | Opel |
Model | 401 | GT |
Year Released | 1950 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1897 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 88 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1240 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2440 mm |