1951 Bristol 400 vs. 2001 Mahindra Commander
To start off, 2001 Mahindra Commander is newer by 50 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 2,112 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Mahindra Commander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1951 Bristol 400 (79 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2001 Mahindra Commander. (62 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1951 Bristol 400 should accelerate faster than 2001 Mahindra Commander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mahindra Commander weights approximately 200 kg more than 1951 Bristol 400.
Because 2001 Mahindra Commander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1951 Bristol 400. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Mahindra Commander will offer significantly more control. 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, 1951 Bristol 400 (125 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mahindra Commander. (123 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1951 Bristol 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mahindra Commander.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Bristol 400 | 2001 Mahindra Commander | |
| Make | Bristol | Mahindra |
| Model | 400 | Commander |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 2112 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2690 mm |
