1948 Bristol 400 vs. 1992 Mercury Tracer
To start off, 1992 Mercury Tracer is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Bristol 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Bristol 400 would be higher. At 1,970 cc (6 cylinders), 1948 Bristol 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Mercury Tracer (127 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1948 Bristol 400. (79 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Mercury Tracer should accelerate faster than 1948 Bristol 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Bristol 400 weights approximately 66 kg more than 1992 Mercury Tracer.
Because 1948 Bristol 400 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1948 Bristol 400. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Mercury Tracer, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1992 Mercury Tracer (154 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Bristol 400. (125 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1992 Mercury Tracer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Bristol 400.
Compare all specifications:
1948 Bristol 400 | 1992 Mercury Tracer | |
Make | Bristol | Mercury |
Model | 400 | Tracer |
Year Released | 1948 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1970 cc | 1839 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 127 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 125 Nm | 154 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1104 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2510 mm |