1951 Bristol 401 vs. 2005 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2005 Toyota Highlander is newer by 54 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 3,310 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Highlander (230 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1951 Bristol 401. (72 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 1951 Bristol 401. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 405 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, 2005 Toyota Highlander (328 Nm) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Bristol 401. (145 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Bristol 401.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Bristol 401 | 2005 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | Bristol | Toyota |
| Model | 401 | Highlander |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 3310 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 328 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 92.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 83 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2660 mm |
