1996 AC Cobra vs. 1952 Bristol 401
To start off, 1996 AC Cobra is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Bristol 401. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Bristol 401 would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 AC Cobra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 AC Cobra (365 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 293 more horse power than 1952 Bristol 401. (72 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1952 Bristol 401. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Bristol 401 weights approximately 199 kg more than 1996 AC Cobra.
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, 1996 AC Cobra (579 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 434 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Bristol 401. (145 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Bristol 401.
Compare all specifications:
1996 AC Cobra | 1952 Bristol 401 | |
Make | AC | Bristol |
Model | Cobra | 401 |
Year Released | 1996 | 1952 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1971 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 365 HP | 72 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 579 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1026 kg | 1225 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2900 mm |