1948 Bristol 400 vs. 2007 GMC Acadia
To start off, 2007 GMC Acadia 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 3,563 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 GMC Acadia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 GMC Acadia (275 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 1948 Bristol 400. (79 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 1948 Bristol 400.
Because 2007 GMC Acadia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1948 Bristol 400. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 GMC Acadia will offer significantly more control. 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 GMC Acadia (340 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Bristol 400. (125 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 GMC Acadia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Bristol 400. 2007 GMC Acadia has automatic transmission and 1948 Bristol 400 has manual transmission. 1948 Bristol 400 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 GMC Acadia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Bristol 400 | 2007 GMC Acadia | |
| Make | Bristol | GMC |
| Model | 400 | Acadia |
| Year Released | 1948 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 3563 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 275 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 83 L |
