1951 Bristol 400 vs. 2011 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2011 Mini Cooper 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 1,971 cc (6 cylinders), 1951 Bristol 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mini Cooper (181 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1951 Bristol 400. (79 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1951 Bristol 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mini Cooper weights approximately 125 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 1951 Bristol 400 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1951 Bristol 400. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Mini Cooper, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Mini Cooper (240 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Bristol 400. (125 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Bristol 400.
Compare all specifications:
1951 Bristol 400 | 2011 Mini Cooper | |
Make | Bristol | Mini |
Model | 400 | Cooper |
Year Released | 1951 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 181 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 125 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1295 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 3729 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1684 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1415 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2466 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 50 L |