1951 Bristol 400 vs. 1989 Ferrari Mythos
To start off, 1989 Ferrari Mythos is newer by 38 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 4,942 cc (12 cylinders), 1989 Ferrari Mythos is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ferrari Mythos (376 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 297 more horse power than 1951 Bristol 400. (79 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ferrari Mythos should accelerate faster than 1951 Bristol 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Ferrari Mythos weights approximately 80 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, 1989 Ferrari Mythos (480 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 355 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Bristol 400. (125 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1989 Ferrari Mythos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Bristol 400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Bristol 400 | 1989 Ferrari Mythos | |
| Make | Bristol | Ferrari |
| Model | 400 | Mythos |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 376 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 480 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 2100 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1070 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 96 L |
