1951 Bristol 401 vs. 2008 Porsche Cayman
To start off, 2008 Porsche Cayman is newer by 57 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 2,687 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Porsche Cayman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Porsche Cayman (242 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 1951 Bristol 401. (72 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Porsche Cayman should accelerate faster than 1951 Bristol 401. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Porsche Cayman weights approximately 75 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, 2008 Porsche Cayman (273 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Bristol 401. (145 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Porsche Cayman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Bristol 401.
Compare all specifications:
1951 Bristol 401 | 2008 Porsche Cayman | |
Make | Bristol | Porsche |
Model | 401 | Cayman |
Year Released | 1951 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1970 cc | 2687 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 242 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 273 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2420 mm |