1951 Bristol 400 vs. 2009 Porsche 911
To start off, 2009 Porsche 911 is newer by 58 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche 911 (414 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 335 more horse power than 1951 Bristol 400. (79 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1951 Bristol 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Porsche 911 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.
Because 2009 Porsche 911 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, 2009 Porsche 911 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, 2009 Porsche 911 (560 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 435 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Bristol 400. (125 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Bristol 400. 2009 Porsche 911 has automatic transmission and 1951 Bristol 400 has manual transmission. 1951 Bristol 400 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Porsche 911 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1951 Bristol 400 | 2009 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Bristol | Porsche |
Model | 400 | 911 |
Year Released | 1951 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 414 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 125 Nm | 560 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 76.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1300 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 64 L |