1951 Bristol 401 vs. 2001 TVR Tuscan
To start off, 2001 TVR Tuscan is newer by 50 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 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 TVR Tuscan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 TVR Tuscan (390 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 318 more horse power than 1951 Bristol 401. (72 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 TVR Tuscan should accelerate faster than 1951 Bristol 401. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Bristol 401 weights approximately 50 kg more than 2001 TVR Tuscan.
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, 2001 TVR Tuscan (420 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 275 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Bristol 401. (145 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 TVR Tuscan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Bristol 401.
Compare all specifications:
1951 Bristol 401 | 2001 TVR Tuscan | |
Make | Bristol | TVR |
Model | 401 | Tuscan |
Year Released | 1951 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1970 cc | 3996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 390 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 420 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1175 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2290 mm |