1951 Bristol 400 vs. 2007 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2007 Renault Laguna is newer by 56 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 1,971 cc (6 cylinders), 1951 Bristol 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Renault Laguna (118 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1951 Bristol 400. (79 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1951 Bristol 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Laguna weights approximately 360 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Renault Laguna (300 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Bristol 400. (125 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Bristol 400.
Compare all specifications:
1951 Bristol 400 | 2007 Renault Laguna | |
Make | Bristol | Renault |
Model | 400 | Laguna |
Year Released | 1951 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1870 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 125 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 80.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 93 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 70 L |