1951 Bristol 400 vs. 1961 Tatra T603
To start off, 1961 Tatra T603 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Bristol 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Bristol 400 would be higher. At 2,545 cc (8 cylinders), 1961 Tatra T603 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Tatra T603 (94 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1951 Bristol 400. (79 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1961 Tatra T603 should accelerate faster than 1951 Bristol 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Tatra T603 weights approximately 300 kg more than 1951 Bristol 400. 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, 1961 Tatra T603 (159 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Bristol 400. (125 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1961 Tatra T603 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Bristol 400.
Compare all specifications:
1951 Bristol 400 | 1961 Tatra T603 | |
Make | Bristol | Tatra |
Model | 400 | T603 |
Year Released | 1951 | 1961 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 2545 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 125 Nm | 159 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 5070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2760 mm |