1951 Bristol 450 vs. 1962 Vauxhall Velox
To start off, 1962 Vauxhall Velox 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 2,651 cc (6 cylinders), 1962 Vauxhall Velox is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1951 Bristol 450 (153 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1962 Vauxhall Velox. (94 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1951 Bristol 450 should accelerate faster than 1962 Vauxhall Velox. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Vauxhall Velox weights approximately 505 kg more than 1951 Bristol 450.
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 Vauxhall Velox | |
| Make | Bristol | Vauxhall |
| Model | 450 | Velox |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 2651 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 48 L |
