1951 Bristol 450 vs. 1970 Ferrari 365 GT
To start off, 1970 Ferrari 365 GT is newer by 19 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 4,388 cc (12 cylinders), 1970 Ferrari 365 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Ferrari 365 GT (317 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 1951 Bristol 450. (153 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Ferrari 365 GT should accelerate faster than 1951 Bristol 450. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Ferrari 365 GT weights approximately 880 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 | 1970 Ferrari 365 GT | |
| Make | Bristol | Ferrari |
| Model | 450 | 365 GT |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 4388 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 71 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 100 L |
