1950 Bristol 401 vs. 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 30 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 3,980 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser (104 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1950 Bristol 401. (72 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1950 Bristol 401. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 895 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.
Because 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1950 Bristol 401. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Bristol 401. (145 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Bristol 401.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Bristol 401 | 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Bristol | Toyota |
| Model | 401 | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1950 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 3980 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 2120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2740 mm |
