1999 AC Aceca vs. 1949 Bristol 401
To start off, 1999 AC Aceca is newer by 50 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 3,506 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 AC Aceca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 AC Aceca (346 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 274 more horse power than 1949 Bristol 401. (72 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 1949 Bristol 401. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 AC Aceca weights approximately 385 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, 1999 AC Aceca (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Bristol 401. (145 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Bristol 401.
Compare all specifications:
1999 AC Aceca | 1949 Bristol 401 | |
Make | AC | Bristol |
Model | Aceca | 401 |
Year Released | 1999 | 1949 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3506 cc | 1971 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 346 HP | 72 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 66 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 96 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1225 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2900 mm |