1951 Bristol 401 vs. 2011 Pagani Huayra
To start off, 2011 Pagani Huayra is newer by 60 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 5,980 cc (12 cylinders), 2011 Pagani Huayra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Pagani Huayra (700 HP) has 628 more horse power than 1951 Bristol 401. (72 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Pagani Huayra should accelerate faster than 1951 Bristol 401. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Pagani Huayra weights approximately 125 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, 2011 Pagani Huayra (740 Nm) has 595 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Bristol 401. (145 Nm). This means 2011 Pagani Huayra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Bristol 401.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Bristol 401 | 2011 Pagani Huayra | |
| Make | Bristol | Pagani |
| Model | 401 | Huayra |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 5980 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 700 HP |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 740 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4605 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2036 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1169 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2795 mm |
