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Bristol 450

Bodywork

type 2S FHC
doors 2

Engine information

Bore × stroke 66.00 mm x 96.00 mm 2.6 in x 3.78 in
Cylinders S-6
Displace 2 litre 1971 cc (120.278 cu in)
Engine type OHV
Valves 2 valves per cylinder | 12 valves in total
Engine construction
Sump
Compression ratio
Fuel system 3 So carbs
Maximum power 157.2 PS (155.0 bhp) (115.6 kW) @ 5500 rpm
0-50 mph
0-60 mph
0-100 mph
0-100 km/h
80 - 120 km/h
402 m (Quarter mile)
Standing km
Top speed 241 km/h (150 mph)
Fuel consumption
CO2 emissions
Power to weight ratio 212.33 bhp/ton
Specific output
Maximum torque
bmep
Specific torque
Maximum rpm
Code
Main bearings
Coolant Water
Bore / stroke ratio 0.69
Unitary capacity 328.5 cc/cylinder
Aspiration Normal
Compressor type N/A
Intercooler None
Catalytic converter N

Dimensions and weight

wheelbase 2477 mm
wheelbase 97.5 in
Length (milimeters) 4470 mm
Length (inches) 176 in
Width (milimeters) 1651 mm
Width (inches) 65 in
Height (milimeters)
Height (inches)
L:W ratio 1.8
Ground clearance (milimeters)
Ground clearance (inches)
Kerb weight (kilograms) 730 kg
Kerb weight (pounds) 1609 lb
Weight distribuiton
Fuel capacity (litres)
Fuel capacity (UK Ga)
Fuel capacity (US Gal)

Aerodynamics

Drag coefficient
Frontal area
Cx

Chassis

Engine location Front
Engine alignment Longitudinal
Drive RWD
Steering
Turns lock-to-lock
Turning circle
Tyres
Wheels
Brakes F/R
Brake ∅
Braked area
Transmission
Top gear ratio
Final drive ratio

General information

RAC rating 16.2
Number made
Model code
Model family
Insurance classification No information available
Tax band No information available

Manual Download

Download 1946 Bristol 450 PDF Manual
Designer unknown
Year 1946

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