1951 Bristol 400 vs. 2011 Bentley Continental Supersports
To start off, 2011 Bentley Continental Supersports is newer by 60 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 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2011 Bentley Continental Supersports is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Bentley Continental Supersports (621 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 542 more horse power than 1951 Bristol 400. (79 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Bentley Continental Supersports should accelerate faster than 1951 Bristol 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Bentley Continental Supersports weights approximately 1071 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 2011 Bentley Continental Supersports 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, 2011 Bentley Continental Supersports 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, 2011 Bentley Continental Supersports (800 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 675 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Bristol 400. (125 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Bentley Continental Supersports will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Bristol 400. 2011 Bentley Continental Supersports 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. 2011 Bentley Continental Supersports will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Bristol 400 | 2011 Bentley Continental Supersports | |
| Make | Bristol | Bentley |
| Model | 400 | Continental Supersports |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 621 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 800 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 2241 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4803 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1946 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1379 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2746 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 90 L |
