1952 Bristol 401 vs. 2013 Scion FR-S
To start off, 2013 Scion FR-S is newer by 61 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Scion FR-S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Scion FR-S (197 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1952 Bristol 401. (72 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Scion FR-S should accelerate faster than 1952 Bristol 401. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Scion FR-S weights approximately 26 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, 2013 Scion FR-S (205 Nm @ 6600 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Bristol 401. (145 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Scion FR-S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Bristol 401.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Bristol 401 | 2013 Scion FR-S | |
| Make | Bristol | Scion |
| Model | 401 | FR-S |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1251 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4235 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1775 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1425 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2570 mm |
