1951 Bristol 401 vs. 1994 Bugatti EB 110
To start off, 1994 Bugatti EB 110 is newer by 43 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 3,499 cc (12 cylinders), 1994 Bugatti EB 110 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Bugatti EB 110 (552 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 480 more horse power than 1951 Bristol 401. (72 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Bugatti EB 110 should accelerate faster than 1951 Bristol 401. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Bugatti EB 110 weights approximately 380 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.
Because 1994 Bugatti EB 110 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1951 Bristol 401. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Bugatti EB 110 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, 1994 Bugatti EB 110 (612 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 467 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Bristol 401. (145 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1994 Bugatti EB 110 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Bristol 401.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Bristol 401 | 1994 Bugatti EB 110 | |
| Make | Bristol | Bugatti |
| Model | 401 | EB 110 |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 3499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 552 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 612 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 56.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1605 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2560 mm |
