1951 Bristol 401 vs. 2006 SSC Aero
To start off, 2006 SSC Aero is newer by 55 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 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 SSC Aero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 SSC Aero (1,062 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 990 more horse power than 1951 Bristol 401. (72 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 SSC Aero should accelerate faster than 1951 Bristol 401. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 SSC Aero weights approximately 68 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.
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, 2006 SSC Aero (1,357 Nm @ 5800 RPM) has 1212 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Bristol 401. (145 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 SSC Aero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Bristol 401.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Bristol 401 | 2006 SSC Aero | |
| Make | Bristol | SSC |
| Model | 401 | Aero |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 1062 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 1357 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1293 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2080 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1090 mm |
