1951 Bristol 401 vs. 2000 Lotec C 1000
To start off, 2000 Lotec C 1000 is newer by 49 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 5,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Lotec C 1000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Lotec C 1000 (843 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 771 more horse power than 1951 Bristol 401. (72 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Lotec C 1000 should accelerate faster than 1951 Bristol 401. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Bristol 401 weights approximately 145 kg more than 2000 Lotec C 1000.
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, 2000 Lotec C 1000 (990 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 845 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Bristol 401. (145 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Lotec C 1000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Bristol 401.
Compare all specifications:
1951 Bristol 401 | 2000 Lotec C 1000 | |
Make | Bristol | Lotec |
Model | 401 | C 1000 |
Year Released | 1951 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1970 cc | 5500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 843 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 990 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1150 mm |