1951 Bristol 400 vs. 2010 Porsche 911
To start off, 2010 Porsche 911 is newer by 59 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Porsche 911 (500 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 421 more horse power than 1951 Bristol 400. (79 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1951 Bristol 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Porsche 911 weights approximately 475 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 2010 Porsche 911 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1951 Bristol 400. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Porsche 911 (650 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 525 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Bristol 400. (125 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Bristol 400.
Compare all specifications:
1951 Bristol 400 | 2010 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Bristol | Porsche |
Model | 400 | 911 |
Year Released | 1951 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 500 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 125 Nm | 650 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1950 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1645 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4478 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2350 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 67 L |