1980 Aston Martin Lagonda vs. 1949 Bristol 401
To start off, 1980 Aston Martin Lagonda is newer by 31 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 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Aston Martin Lagonda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Aston Martin Lagonda (286 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 214 more horse power than 1949 Bristol 401. (72 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Aston Martin Lagonda should accelerate faster than 1949 Bristol 401. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Aston Martin Lagonda weights approximately 1000 kg more than 1949 Bristol 401. 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, 1980 Aston Martin Lagonda (435 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 290 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Bristol 401. (145 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1980 Aston Martin Lagonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Bristol 401.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Aston Martin Lagonda | 1949 Bristol 401 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Bristol |
Model | Lagonda | 401 |
Year Released | 1980 | 1949 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 1971 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 286 HP | 72 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 435 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 66 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 96 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2225 kg | 1225 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2900 mm |