1952 Bristol 401 vs. 2005 TVR Cerbera
To start off, 2005 TVR Cerbera 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 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 TVR Cerbera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 TVR Cerbera (350 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 278 more horse power than 1952 Bristol 401. (72 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 TVR Cerbera should accelerate faster than 1952 Bristol 401. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Bristol 401 weights approximately 195 kg more than 2005 TVR Cerbera.
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 TVR Cerbera (458 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 313 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Bristol 401. (145 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 TVR Cerbera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Bristol 401.
Compare all specifications:
1952 Bristol 401 | 2005 TVR Cerbera | |
Make | Bristol | TVR |
Model | 401 | Cerbera |
Year Released | 1952 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 3996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 458 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2570 mm |