1948 Bristol 400 vs. 2004 Ford Fusion
To start off, 2004 Ford Fusion is newer by 56 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, 1948 Bristol 400 (79 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2004 Ford Fusion. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1948 Bristol 400 should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Fusion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Fusion weights approximately 7 kg more than 1948 Bristol 400.
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, 2004 Ford Fusion, 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, 2004 Ford Fusion (160 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Bristol 400. (125 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Fusion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Bristol 400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Bristol 400 | 2004 Ford Fusion | |
| Make | Bristol | Ford |
| Model | 400 | Fusion |
| Year Released | 1948 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1177 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 45 L |
