1956 Austin A 95 vs. 1946 Bristol 450
To start off, 1956 Austin A 95 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1946 Bristol 450. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1946 Bristol 450 would be higher. At 2,639 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Austin A 95 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1946 Bristol 450 (153 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1956 Austin A 95. (92 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1946 Bristol 450 should accelerate faster than 1956 Austin A 95. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Austin A 95 weights approximately 620 kg more than 1946 Bristol 450.
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:
| 1956 Austin A 95 | 1946 Bristol 450 | |
| Make | Austin | Bristol |
| Model | A 95 | 450 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1946 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2639 cc | 1971 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 92 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 96 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 54 L |
