1950 Bristol 401 vs. 1999 Toyota Previa
To start off, 1999 Toyota Previa is newer by 49 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 2,438 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Toyota Previa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Toyota Previa (133 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1950 Bristol 401. (72 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Toyota Previa should accelerate faster than 1950 Bristol 401. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Toyota Previa weights approximately 390 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 1950 Bristol 401 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1950 Bristol 401. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Toyota Previa, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1999 Toyota Previa (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Bristol 401. (145 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Toyota Previa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Bristol 401.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Bristol 401 | 1999 Toyota Previa | |
| Make | Bristol | Toyota |
| Model | 401 | Previa |
| Year Released | 1950 | 1999 |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 2438 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2530 mm |
