1950 Bristol 401 vs. 2011 Lexus GS
To start off, 2011 Lexus GS is newer by 61 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Lexus GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Lexus GS (303 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 231 more horse power than 1950 Bristol 401. (72 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lexus GS should accelerate faster than 1950 Bristol 401. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Lexus GS weights approximately 496 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, 2011 Lexus GS (371 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Bristol 401. (145 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Lexus GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Bristol 401. 2011 Lexus GS 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. 2011 Lexus GS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Bristol 401 | 2011 Lexus GS | |
| Make | Bristol | Lexus |
| Model | 401 | GS |
| Year Released | 1950 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 303 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 371 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1721 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4826 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1425 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2850 mm |
