1952 Bristol 401 vs. 1975 Holden Torana
To start off, 1975 Holden Torana is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Bristol 401. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Bristol 401 would be higher. At 1,971 cc (6 cylinders), 1952 Bristol 401 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Holden Torana (101 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1952 Bristol 401. (72 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Holden Torana should accelerate faster than 1952 Bristol 401. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Bristol 401 weights approximately 109 kg more than 1975 Holden Torana.
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, 1975 Holden Torana (156 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Bristol 401. (145 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1975 Holden Torana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Bristol 401.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Bristol 401 | 1975 Holden Torana | |
| Make | Bristol | Holden |
| Model | 401 | Torana |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1897 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 156 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1116 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2590 mm |
