1948 Bristol 400 vs. 2005 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 2005 Dodge Dakota is newer by 57 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 3,703 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Dakota (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1948 Bristol 400. (79 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1948 Bristol 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 1030 kg more than 1948 Bristol 400. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Dodge Dakota (319 Nm) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Bristol 400. (125 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Bristol 400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Bristol 400 | 2005 Dodge Dakota | |
| Make | Bristol | Dodge |
| Model | 400 | Dakota |
| Year Released | 1948 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 3703 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 91 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 2200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 5560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 3340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 83 L |
