1951 Bristol 401 vs. 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport
To start off, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is newer by 56 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 4,393 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (300 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 228 more horse power than 1951 Bristol 401. (72 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport should accelerate faster than 1951 Bristol 401. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport weights approximately 851 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.
Because 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1951 Bristol 401. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (427 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 282 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Bristol 401. (145 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Bristol 401. 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport has automatic transmission and 1951 Bristol 401 has manual transmission. 1951 Bristol 401 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Bristol 401 | 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport | |
| Make | Bristol | Land Rover |
| Model | 401 | Range Rover Sport |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 4393 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 427 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 88.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 2076 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2180 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2750 mm |
