1951 Bristol 401 vs. 1970 GAZ 24
To start off, 1970 GAZ 24 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Bristol 401. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Bristol 401 would be higher. At 2,445 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 GAZ 24 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 GAZ 24 (85 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1951 Bristol 401. (72 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 GAZ 24 should accelerate faster than 1951 Bristol 401. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 GAZ 24 weights approximately 175 kg more than 1951 Bristol 401. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1970 GAZ 24 (172 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Bristol 401. (145 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1970 GAZ 24 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Bristol 401.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Bristol 401 | 1970 GAZ 24 | |
| Make | Bristol | GAZ |
| Model | 401 | 24 |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 2445 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2810 mm |
