1965 Bristol 409 vs. 1947 Bristol 450
To start off, 1965 Bristol 409 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1947 Bristol 450. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1947 Bristol 450 would be higher. At 5,211 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 Bristol 409 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Bristol 409 (215 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1947 Bristol 450. (153 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Bristol 409 should accelerate faster than 1947 Bristol 450. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Bristol 409 weights approximately 870 kg more than 1947 Bristol 450. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Bristol 409 | 1947 Bristol 450 | |
| Make | Bristol | Bristol |
| Model | 409 | 450 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1947 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5211 cc | 1971 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 54 L |
