1950 Bristol 450 vs. 1999 GAZ 3111
To start off, 1999 GAZ 3111 is newer by 49 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 2,285 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 GAZ 3111 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1950 Bristol 450 (153 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1999 GAZ 3111. (148 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1950 Bristol 450 should accelerate faster than 1999 GAZ 3111. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 GAZ 3111 weights approximately 770 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 | 1999 GAZ 3111 | |
| Make | Bristol | GAZ |
| Model | 450 | 3111 |
| Year Released | 1950 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 2285 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2810 mm |
