1948 Bristol 400 vs. 2009 Ford Escape
To start off, 2009 Ford Escape is newer by 61 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 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Escape (153 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1948 Bristol 400. (79 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1948 Bristol 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Bristol 400 weights approximately 204 kg more than 2009 Ford Escape.
Because 2009 Ford Escape 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, 2009 Ford Escape 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, 2009 Ford Escape (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Bristol 400. (125 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Bristol 400.
Compare all specifications:
1948 Bristol 400 | 2009 Ford Escape | |
Make | Bristol | Ford |
Model | 400 | Escape |
Year Released | 1948 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1970 cc | 2488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 125 Nm | 184 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 966 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 57 L |