2009 Bentley Brooklands vs. 1949 Bristol 450
To start off, 2009 Bentley Brooklands is newer by 60 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Bristol 450. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Bristol 450 would be higher. At 6,761 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Bentley Brooklands is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Bentley Brooklands (523 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 369 more horse power than 1949 Bristol 450. (154 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Bentley Brooklands should accelerate faster than 1949 Bristol 450.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Bentley Brooklands | 1949 Bristol 450 | |
| Make | Bentley | Bristol |
| Model | Brooklands | 450 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6761 cc | 1971 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 523 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.3 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 96 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5410 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 96 L | 54 L |
