1950 Bristol 450 vs. 1984 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight
To start off, 1984 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Bristol 450. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Bristol 450 would be higher. At 3,789 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1950 Bristol 450 (153 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1984 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. (108 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1950 Bristol 450 should accelerate faster than 1984 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight weights approximately 895 kg more than 1950 Bristol 450.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Bristol 450 | 1984 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight | |
| Make | Bristol | Oldsmobile |
| Model | 450 | Eighty-Eight |
| Year Released | 1950 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 3789 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2960 mm |
