1950 Bristol 401 vs. 2006 Land Rover Defender
To start off, 2006 Land Rover Defender is newer by 56 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 2,495 cc, 2006 Land Rover Defender is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 857 kg more than 1950 Bristol 401.
Because 2006 Land Rover Defender 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, 2006 Land Rover Defender 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, 2006 Land Rover Defender (300 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Bristol 401. (145 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Land Rover Defender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Bristol 401.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Bristol 401 | 2006 Land Rover Defender | |
| Make | Bristol | Land Rover |
| Model | 401 | Defender |
| Year Released | 1950 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 2495 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 90.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 97 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 2082 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2800 mm |
