1969 AMC AMX vs. 1948 Bristol 400
To start off, 1969 AMC AMX is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Bristol 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Bristol 400 would be higher. At 6,384 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 AMC AMX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 AMC AMX (340 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 261 more horse power than 1948 Bristol 400. (79 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 AMC AMX should accelerate faster than 1948 Bristol 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 AMC AMX weights approximately 232 kg more than 1948 Bristol 400. 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, 1969 AMC AMX (583 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 458 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Bristol 400. (125 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1969 AMC AMX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Bristol 400.
Compare all specifications:
1969 AMC AMX | 1948 Bristol 400 | |
Make | AMC | Bristol |
Model | AMX | 400 |
Year Released | 1969 | 1948 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6384 cc | 1970 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 340 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 583 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 105.8 mm | 66 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.8 mm | 96 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1402 kg | 1170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2900 mm |