1951 Bristol 450 vs. 1962 Ferrari 250 GTE
To start off, 1962 Ferrari 250 GTE is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Bristol 450. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Bristol 450 would be higher. At 2,953 cc (12 cylinders), 1962 Ferrari 250 GTE is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Ferrari 250 GTE (235 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1951 Bristol 450. (153 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1962 Ferrari 250 GTE should accelerate faster than 1951 Bristol 450. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Ferrari 250 GTE weights approximately 680 kg more than 1951 Bristol 450. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Bristol 450 | 1962 Ferrari 250 GTE | |
| Make | Bristol | Ferrari |
| Model | 450 | 250 GTE |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 2953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 58.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 140 L |
