1952 Bristol 401 vs. 2005 Maserati Spyder
To start off, 2005 Maserati Spyder is newer by 53 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 4,245 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Maserati Spyder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Maserati Spyder (390 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 318 more horse power than 1952 Bristol 401. (72 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Maserati Spyder should accelerate faster than 1952 Bristol 401. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Maserati Spyder weights approximately 495 kg more than 1952 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, 2005 Maserati Spyder (451 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 306 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Bristol 401. (145 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Maserati Spyder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Bristol 401.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Bristol 401 | 2005 Maserati Spyder | |
| Make | Bristol | Maserati |
| Model | 401 | Spyder |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 4245 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 390 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 451 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 80 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2450 mm |
