1950 Bristol 401 vs. 2002 SsangYong Chairman H
To start off, 2002 SsangYong Chairman H is newer by 52 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 2,787 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 SsangYong Chairman H is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 SsangYong Chairman H (198 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1950 Bristol 401. (72 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 SsangYong Chairman H should accelerate faster than 1950 Bristol 401. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 SsangYong Chairman H weights approximately 405 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, 2002 SsangYong Chairman H (272 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Bristol 401. (145 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 SsangYong Chairman H will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Bristol 401. 2002 SsangYong Chairman H has automatic transmission and 1950 Bristol 401 has manual transmission. 1950 Bristol 401 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 SsangYong Chairman H will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Bristol 401 | 2002 SsangYong Chairman H | |
| Make | Bristol | SsangYong |
| Model | 401 | Chairman H |
| Year Released | 1950 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 2787 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 198 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 272 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2910 mm |
