1950 Bristol 450 vs. 2004 Porsche 911
To start off, 2004 Porsche 911 is newer by 54 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 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche 911 (315 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1950 Bristol 450. (153 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1950 Bristol 450. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Porsche 911 weights approximately 612 kg more than 1950 Bristol 450. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Bristol 450 | 2004 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Bristol | Porsche |
| Model | 450 | 911 |
| Year Released | 1950 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 3596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 315 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 83 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 1342 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 64 L |
