2004 AC Aceca vs. 1949 Bristol 401
To start off, 2004 AC Aceca is newer by 55 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 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 AC Aceca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 AC Aceca (301 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 229 more horse power than 1949 Bristol 401. (72 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 1949 Bristol 401. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 AC Aceca weights approximately 285 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, 2004 AC Aceca (407 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 262 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Bristol 401. (145 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Bristol 401.
Compare all specifications:
2004 AC Aceca | 1949 Bristol 401 | |
Make | AC | Bristol |
Model | Aceca | 401 |
Year Released | 2004 | 1949 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4600 cc | 1971 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 72 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1225 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2900 mm |