1951 Bristol 401 vs. 2004 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2004 Mini Cooper is newer by 53 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 1,970 cc (6 cylinders), 1951 Bristol 401 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mini Cooper (115 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1951 Bristol 401. (72 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1951 Bristol 401. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Bristol 401 weights approximately 80 kg more than 2004 Mini Cooper.
Because 1951 Bristol 401 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1951 Bristol 401. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Mini Cooper, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2004 Mini Cooper (149 Nm) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Bristol 401. (145 Nm). This means 2004 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Bristol 401.
Compare all specifications:
1951 Bristol 401 | 2004 Mini Cooper | |
Make | Bristol | Mini |
Model | 401 | Cooper |
Year Released | 1951 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1970 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 149 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 77.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 86 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1145 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 3630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2470 mm |