1951 Bristol 401 vs. 2004 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2004 Toyota Sequoia 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 4,671 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota Sequoia (240 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1951 Bristol 401. (72 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 1951 Bristol 401. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 1075 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, 2004 Toyota Sequoia (427 Nm) has 282 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Bristol 401. (145 Nm). This means 2004 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Bristol 401.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Bristol 401 | 2004 Toyota Sequoia | |
| Make | Bristol | Toyota |
| Model | 401 | Sequoia |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 4671 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 427 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 84 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 2300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 3010 mm |
