1948 Bristol 400 vs. 2007 Ford Focus
To start off, 2007 Ford Focus is newer by 59 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Focus (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1948 Bristol 400. (79 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1948 Bristol 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Focus weights approximately 461 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.
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, 2007 Ford Focus, 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, 2007 Ford Focus (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Bristol 400. (125 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Bristol 400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Bristol 400 | 2007 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Bristol | Ford |
| Model | 400 | Focus |
| Year Released | 1948 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1631 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 53 L |
