1951 Bristol 401 vs. 2003 Holden Jackaroo
To start off, 2003 Holden Jackaroo is newer by 52 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 3,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Holden Jackaroo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Holden Jackaroo (212 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1951 Bristol 401. (72 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Holden Jackaroo should accelerate faster than 1951 Bristol 401. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Holden Jackaroo weights approximately 695 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Holden Jackaroo (310 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Bristol 401. (145 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Holden Jackaroo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Bristol 401.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Bristol 401 | 2003 Holden Jackaroo | |
| Make | Bristol | Holden |
| Model | 401 | Jackaroo |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 3494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 212 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2770 mm |
