1960 Austin A 40 vs. 1949 Bristol 450
To start off, 1960 Austin A 40 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Bristol 450. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Bristol 450 would be higher. At 1,971 cc (6 cylinders), 1949 Bristol 450 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1949 Bristol 450 (154 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1960 Austin A 40. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1949 Bristol 450 should accelerate faster than 1960 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Austin A 40 weights approximately 30 kg more than 1949 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:
| 1960 Austin A 40 | 1949 Bristol 450 | |
| Make | Austin | Bristol |
| Model | A 40 | 450 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 997 cc | 1971 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.9 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 96 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 26 L | 54 L |
