1951 Bristol 401 vs. 2010 Renault Duster
To start off, 2010 Renault Duster is newer by 59 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 1,970 cc (6 cylinders), 1951 Bristol 401 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Renault Duster (106 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1951 Bristol 401. (72 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Renault Duster should accelerate faster than 1951 Bristol 401. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Bristol 401 weights approximately 25 kg more than 2010 Renault Duster.
Because 1951 Bristol 401 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1951 Bristol 401. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Renault Duster, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2010 Renault Duster (177 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Bristol 401. (145 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Renault Duster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Bristol 401.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Bristol 401 | 2010 Renault Duster | |
| Make | Bristol | Renault |
| Model | 401 | Duster |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4315 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1822 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2673 mm |
