1951 Bristol 401 vs. 2010 Rolls-Royce Phantom
To start off, 2010 Rolls-Royce Phantom 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 6,700 cc (12 cylinders), 2010 Rolls-Royce Phantom is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Rolls-Royce Phantom (453 HP @ 5350 RPM) has 381 more horse power than 1951 Bristol 401. (72 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Rolls-Royce Phantom should accelerate faster than 1951 Bristol 401. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Rolls-Royce Phantom weights approximately 1405 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, 2010 Rolls-Royce Phantom (719 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 574 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Bristol 401. (145 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Rolls-Royce Phantom will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Bristol 401. 2010 Rolls-Royce Phantom 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. 2010 Rolls-Royce Phantom will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Bristol 401 | 2010 Rolls-Royce Phantom | |
| Make | Bristol | Rolls-Royce |
| Model | 401 | Phantom |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 6700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 453 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5350 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 719 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 2630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5834 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1989 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1638 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 3571 mm |
