1957 Aston Martin DB3 vs. 1949 Bristol 401
To start off, 1957 Aston Martin DB3 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Bristol 401. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Bristol 401 would be higher. At 2,922 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Aston Martin DB3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Aston Martin DB3 (153 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1949 Bristol 401. (72 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Aston Martin DB3 should accelerate faster than 1949 Bristol 401. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Bristol 401 weights approximately 285 kg more than 1957 Aston Martin DB3.
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, 1957 Aston Martin DB3 (195 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Bristol 401. (145 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1957 Aston Martin DB3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Bristol 401.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Aston Martin DB3 | 1949 Bristol 401 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Bristol |
Model | DB3 | 401 |
Year Released | 1957 | 1949 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2922 cc | 1971 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 72 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 195 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1225 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2900 mm |